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Cozy Irish Soda Bread Recipe with Raisins and Caraway Seeds

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A quick and easy Irish soda bread studded with sweet raisins and aromatic caraway seeds, perfect for cozy breakfasts or alongside hearty meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons (55g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) cold buttermilk
  • ¾ cup (110g) raisins
  • 1 ½ teaspoons caraway seeds
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Position a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease your cast iron skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 4 tablespoons (55g) cold, cubed unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or two knives to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Toss in ¾ cup (110g) raisins and 1 ½ teaspoons caraway seeds. Mix gently to distribute without breaking the dried fruit.
  5. Create a well in the center of your dry ingredients and pour in 1 ¾ cups (420ml) cold buttermilk. Gently bring the dough together using a spoon or your hands. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf about 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter and 2 inches (5 cm) thick. Do not knead.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep cross about ½ inch (1 cm) deep across the top of the loaf.
  8. Transfer the loaf to your baking sheet or skillet. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The bread should sound hollow when tapped.
  9. Remove from oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Keep ingredients cold to ensure a tender crumb. Do not overmix the dough to avoid toughness. Score the bread deeply to allow steam to escape and help even cooking. Tap the bottom of the loaf to check for a hollow sound indicating doneness. Use fresh baking soda for best rise.

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