Irish Soda Bread

Our youngest son is 22 years old and he has CF. When he was young, he helped to make the soda bread as a breakfast treat for him and his brothers and sister. He is now at college and we send this with him to share with his roommates.

by Mary F.

Nutrition information

Servings: 6

Amount per serving

  • 293
    Calories
  • 550mg
    Sodium
  • 7g
    Protein
  • 68mg
    Calcium

Ingredients

  • 2 c all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 c buttermilk
  • 1 c raisins
  • Add All Ingredients

Instructions

Step 1
Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2
Grease a baking sheet.

Step 3
In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.

Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk 1 egg and buttermilk.

Step 5
Stir wet mixture into flour mixture until moistened. Fold in raisins.

Step 6
Knead on a floured surface for 1 minute. Shape into a round loaf.

Step 7
Place on a greased baking sheet. Cut a one quarter inch cross in top of loaf.

Step 8
Beat remaining egg and brush over loaf.

Step 9
Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.