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Cozy Irish Soda Bread with Raisins and Caraway Seeds

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A quick and easy Irish soda bread recipe featuring raisins and caraway seeds, perfect for cozy mornings and family gatherings. This bread balances sweet and savory flavors with a soft crumb and crusty exterior.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
  • 3 tablespoons (38g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (150g) raisins
  • 2 teaspoons (4g) caraway seeds
  • 1 ¾ cups (415ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare your baking sheet or cast-iron skillet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  3. Stir in the raisins and caraway seeds, tossing them in the dry ingredients to distribute evenly.
  4. Make a well in the center of the dry mix and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter. Gently fold the ingredients together with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. The dough will be sticky and shaggy; do not overmix.
  5. Lightly flour your hands and turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Shape it gently into a round loaf about 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter, folding it a couple of times to bring it together without kneading.
  6. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking surface. Using a sharp knife, score a deep “X” about ½ inch (1 cm) deep on top of the dough.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crusty. Tap the bottom of the loaf; it should sound hollow. The internal temperature should be around 200°F (93°C).
  8. Remove the bread from the oven and cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

If raisins look dry, soak them in warm water or tea for 10 minutes before adding to plump them up. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the bread tender. Score the dough with a deep ‘X’ to help it expand evenly. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent gummy texture. Tent with foil if crust browns too fast.

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Keywords: Irish soda bread, soda bread with raisins, caraway seeds bread, quick bread, easy bread recipe, homemade soda bread, traditional Irish bread

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