Brown Soda Bread
Discover the rustic charm of homemade baking with this hearty and wholesome Brown Soda Bread recipe. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this traditional Irish bread requires no yeast, relying instead on the magic of baking soda for a quick and flavorful rise. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and nutrient-packed oats for texture, this loaf is as nutritious as it is satisfying. The creamy richness of buttermilk gives it a tender crumb, while a simple rub of butter adds a delicious nuance. Best of all, this bread is ready in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or last-minute dinner sides. Serve it warm, slathered with butter, or pair it with soups and stews for an authentic comfort food experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams whole wheat flour
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 400 milliliters buttermilk
- 30 grams oats
- 15 grams butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and oats. Mix thoroughly to ensure the baking soda is distributed evenly.
Cut the butter into small pieces and rub it into the dry ingredients with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Use a wooden spoon or your hands to gently combine the ingredients until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to over-mix.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf, about 7 inches in diameter and 2 inches high.
Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep cross into the top of the dough. This allows the heat to penetrate into the center of the loaf.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom and has a nice golden brown crust.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, with butter or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 4149 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.6 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.9 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 71.4 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1907 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
