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Irish Soda Bread Recipe Easy Perfect Cozy Bread with Honey Glaze

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A quick and easy Irish soda bread with a rustic golden crust and tender crumb, finished with a buttery honey glaze for a subtle sweetness and shine.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¾ cups (420 ml) buttermilk
  • 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons (60 ml) honey (for glaze)
  • Optional: ½ cup (75 g) raisins or currants

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a cast iron skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. If using, toss raisins or currants with a little flour to coat and prevent sinking.
  4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter. Stir gently until just combined; dough will be sticky and shaggy.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape into a rough round loaf about 7 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick.
  6. Transfer the loaf to the prepared baking sheet or skillet. Score a deep cross about ½ inch deep on top of the loaf.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped on the bottom. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  8. While baking, warm the honey gently until runny but not boiling.
  9. Remove bread from oven and immediately brush the top with the warm honey glaze.
  10. Let the bread cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to keep it tender. Use a sharp knife to score the loaf for even baking and traditional appearance. Brush the honey glaze while the bread is hot for best absorption and shine. If dough is too dry, add a splash more buttermilk carefully.

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Keywords: Irish soda bread, quick bread, honey glaze, easy bread recipe, cozy bread, buttermilk bread

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