Heart-Healthy Brown Soda Bread
Discover the wholesome goodness of Heart-Healthy Brown Soda Bread, a nutritious spin on the classic Irish staple. Made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and a touch of honey, this bread is packed with fiber and subtle natural sweetness. The addition of mixed seeds like flax, pumpkin, or sunflower adds a delightful crunch and an extra dose of heart-healthy nutrients. With no yeast or proofing required, this quick bread is perfect for busy home bakers—ready in just under an hour from start to finish. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, whether as a satisfying breakfast toast, a hearty side for soups, or a nutritious snack with your favorite topping. Healthy, easy, and irresistibly flavorful, this brown soda bread will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Whole wheat flour
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 400 milliliters Low-fat buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Mixed seeds (such as flaxseed, pumpkin, or sunflower)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure the baking soda is evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, mix the low-fat buttermilk and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually pour in the buttermilk mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it just enough to form a cohesive ball. Avoid over-kneading to ensure the bread remains tender.
Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Using a sharp knife, cut a deep cross across the top of the loaf—this helps the bread bake evenly.
Sprinkle the mixed seeds over the top, pressing them lightly into the dough to ensure they stick.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the base.
Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1908 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 4075 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 368.2 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.3 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 2293 mg | 49% | |
*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.
