Description
Enjoy a delightful twist on traditional Irish soda bread by incorporating sourdough discard. This easy-to-make bread boasts a tender crumb with a subtle tang, making it perfect for breakfast or alongside your favorite stew.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: 1 cup raisins or currants
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the sourdough discard and buttermilk.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a shaggy dough forms. If using, fold in the raisins or currants.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1-2 minutes until it comes together. Avoid over-kneading to prevent a tough loaf.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the top with melted butter and use a sharp knife to score a deep cross on the top of the loaf.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with a mixture of almond milk and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and use dairy-free butter.
- This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Delicious when served with butter and jam or alongside soups and stews.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
Keywords: Irish Soda Bread, Sourdough Discard Recipe, Easy Bread Recipe, Traditional Irish Bread, Quick Bread