Copycat Rankin Irish Fruit Soda Bread
Recreate the comforting charm of traditional Irish baking with this Copycat Rankin Irish Fruit Soda Bread! This delightful recipe combines simplicity and flavor, featuring tender all-purpose flour, sweet raisins or currants, and the rich tang of buttermilk for a perfectly moist and crumbly texture. With no yeast required, the baking soda ensures a quick rise, while cold butter lends a flaky bite reminiscent of classic scones. The deep cross scored on top not only adds a rustic look but also helps the bread bake evenly—and a light milk wash gives it a golden, bakery-style finish. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, this sweet yet subtly savory loaf is perfect served warm with a slather of butter or fruity jam. Whether paired with tea or enjoyed on its own, this easy Irish fruit soda bread brings a taste of Ireland straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 400 milliliters buttermilk
- 150 grams raisins or currants
- 50 grams unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
- 2 tablespoons milk (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Stir in the raisins or currants, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, gently mix until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf about 1.5 inches in height.
Place the loaf onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a deep cross (about 1/2 inch deep) on the top of the bread. This allows the bread to cook evenly.
If desired, brush the top with a little milk to help it brown nicely during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the base.
Remove the bread from the oven and cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Serve sliced with butter or jam, and enjoy your homemade Irish fruit soda bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3094 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.4 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.8 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 156 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 4094 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 572.9 g | 208% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.4 g | ||
| Protein | 71.0 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 26.2 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 2267 mg | 48% | |
*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.
