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A loaf of irish soda bread on a wooden board sliced to show the crumb.
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Irish Soda Bread

A quick and easy, yet, delicious loaf of bread. Rustic and perfect for toast or along side dinner!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Easy Bread Recipe, Fast Bread Recipe, Irish Soda Bread, Quick Bread Recipes, St. Patrick's Day
Prep Time 5 minutes
50 minutes
Servings 1 loaf
Author Mary Rose

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a measuring cup add 1 cup whole milk and 1 tbsp white vinegar. Stir. Set aside.
  • Mix all dry ingredients together.
  • Cut softened butter into the dry ingredients.
  • Add the curdled milk and egg.
  • Mix just until it comes together. If it's too dry, add 1 tbsp of milk at a time until it comes together.
  • Turn onto a floured surface.
  • Knead until a soft ball of dough forms. Only a few turns.
  • Place on baking sheet either lined with parchment paper or sprayed with olive oil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool on a cooling rack before slicing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container on the counter for 3-4 days.
Freeze in freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.