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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 with a warm, golden crust, tender crumb, sweet raisins, and fragrant caraway seeds. Perfect for cozy breakfasts, afternoon tea, or holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
  • 3/4 cup (115g) raisins
  • 1 3/4 cups (420ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar, and caraway seeds until evenly mixed.
  3. Toss raisins into the dry mix to coat them lightly.
  4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in buttermilk and melted butter.
  5. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir the mixture just until combined into a sticky dough. Do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round loaf about 7 inches (18cm) in diameter.
  7. Transfer to the baking sheet and use a sharp knife to cut a deep cross across the top of the loaf.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Internal temperature should be 200°F (93°C).
  9. Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to avoid a tough loaf. Use fresh baking soda and baking powder for best rise. Score the dough deeply to help it bake evenly. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent gummy texture. Tent with foil if crust browns too fast.

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Keywords: Irish soda bread, raisins, caraway seeds, quick bread, easy bread recipe, traditional Irish bread, baking soda bread

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