Irish Soda Bread
This hearty and wholesome bread recipe is a delightful combination of bread flour, oats, bran, and yogurt, resulting in a soft and flavorful loaf that pairs perfectly with a variety of toppings. The process of making this bread is simple and rewarding, creating a freshly baked treat that is sure to be enjoyed by all.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups bread flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup wheat bran
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. salt
- 4 Tbs. (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 425°F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, oats, bran, baking soda and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Add the yogurt and stir to blend, forming a rough ball. The dough will start rising as soon as the baking soda comes in contact with the yogurt, so work quickly to form the dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead gently for about 30 seconds. The dough should feel soft to the touch. Dust a clean work surface with flour and set the ball of dough on it. Flatten slightly into a 7-inch dome and sprinkle with flour, spreading the flour lightly over the surface. Using a sharp knife, cut a shallow X in the loaf from one side to the other. Transfer the loaf to the preheated baking sheet.
- Bake until the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, 30 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm. Any leftover bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Makes 1 loaf.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Essentials of Breakfast and Brunch,</i> by Georgeanne Brennan, Elinor Klivans, Jordan Mackay and Charles Pierce (Oxmoor House, 2007).
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