Description
A traditional Irish quick bread made with baking soda and enriched with sweet currants, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup currants
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet to prevent the bread from sticking.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Mix these dry ingredients well.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread tough.
- Fold in the currants gently, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently for about a minute, just until it forms a cohesive ball.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cut a cross on the top of the loaf with a sharp knife to allow the bread to expand while baking.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
Serve with butter, honey, or jam. Pairs well with soups and stews.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg