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Amazing 10-Minute Soda Bread Secret

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Make a quick, easy, and traditional Irish soda bread. This recipe skips yeast for a simple, satisfying loaf perfect for any meal. You can enjoy it plain or customize it with your favorite additions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Dust a baking sheet lightly with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the buttermilk all at once.
  4. Mix quickly with one hand or a wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 3 or 4 times only to bring it together into a round shape.
  6. Place the round loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Cut a deep cross into the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
  7. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For a softer crumb, use room temperature buttermilk.
  • If you want a crispier crust, brush the top of the loaf lightly with milk before baking.
  • To make this loaf savory, stir in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) into the dry ingredients before adding the buttermilk.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 3/4 cups of regular milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice, let it sit for 5 minutes, then use it.

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