Wonderful Moist Rich Brown Soda Bread
Indulge in the hearty and wholesome flavors of this Wonderful Moist Rich Brown Soda Bread, a quick and easy no-yeast bread recipe perfect for home bakers. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, this rustic loaf is enriched with softened butter, light brown sugar, rolled oats, and a hint of honey for subtle sweetness. The addition of buttermilk and a lightly beaten egg ensures a moist, tender crumb, while a sprinkling of extra oats on top lends a beautifully rustic finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this golden-brown soda bread bakes to perfection in under an hour and is ideal for serving warm with butter or as a hearty accompaniment to soups and stews. Perfect for fans of easy baking, wholesome ingredients, and traditional Irish recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g whole wheat flour
- 150 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 50 g butter, softened
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 25 g rolled oats
- 400 ml buttermilk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp extra oats, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly combine the dry ingredients.
Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Stir in the light brown sugar and rolled oats for added texture and flavor.
In a separate jug, whisk together the buttermilk, honey, and lightly beaten egg.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until a soft, sticky dough forms. Avoid over-mixing as this could make the bread dense.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf. Do not knead the dough.
Place the loaf onto the prepared baking sheet and use a sharp knife to score a deep cross into the top. This helps the bread bake evenly while giving it a traditional look.
Sprinkle the top with the extra oats to create a rustic finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter or alongside hearty soups.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.6 g | 183% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4458 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 382.1 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.2 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.6 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1986 mg | 42% | |
*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.
