Best 6 Brown Irish Soda Bread Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and authentic recipe to make the perfect brown Irish soda bread? This traditional Irish bread is known for its dense texture, mild sour flavor, and slightly sweet taste. With its distinctive dark brown crust and soft, chewy interior, brown Irish soda bread is a delightful treat that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite soup or stew. This article will guide you through the process of creating the best brown Irish soda bread, ensuring you achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures. We will provide you with a detailed recipe, step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips to ensure that your brown Irish soda bread turns out perfect every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started on creating a delectable loaf of brown Irish soda bread that will impress your family and friends.

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IRISH BROWN SODA BREAD



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This Irish Brown Soda Bread recipe comes to us from Ellen Clarke, one of our merchandising product managers. She got the recipe from her grandmother, Mary Morrisroe. You can replace the sugar with honey if desired. The bread is delicious served with butter and jam.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 50m

Yield Makes two 9-by-5-inch loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for pan
3 tablespoons rolled oats
3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1 cup unprocessed wheat bran flakes
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups sour cream (16 ounces)
1/2 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans then dust with flour, tapping out excess. Sprinkle bottom of pans with 1 1/2 tablespoons oats.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, bran flakes, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, sugar, oil, and eggs. Fold sour cream mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Top each loaf with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oats, dot with butter, and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake until golden and a toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool completely in the pans.

TRADITIONAL IRISH BROWN SODA BREAD



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Unlike many of the recipes here, none of the soda bread that I have ever eaten in Ireland was sweet or contained sugar, so here is a recipe for a traditional soda bread from Keith Floyd. This is great with Irish Stew but also a handy recipe to have in reserve for the times that you run out of bread and can't face going to the shops. Do feel free to substiute buttermilk for the sour milk in this recipe.

Provided by Kate in Katoomba

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 6

500 g whole wheat flour
150 g strong white flour
50 g oatmeal
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 teaspoon salt
475 -725 ml sour milk (or fresh milk soured with juice of 1/2 lemon)

Steps:

  • Mix the dry ingredients very well.
  • Moisten with the sour milk to form a soft dough.
  • Knead lightly.
  • Form into a round, mark with a cross, place on a tin and bake for 30-45 minutes in the oven at 220°C.

BROWN IRISH SODA BREAD



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Make and share this Brown Irish Soda Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mrose75

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and 1/4 t. salt.
  • Cut in butter.
  • Combine 1 egg and buttermilk and add to flour mixture; stir till just moistened.
  • On a lightly floured surface, knead gently for 12 strokes.
  • On a greased baking sheet, shape dough into a 6-in. round loaf.
  • Cut a 4-in. cross, 1/4-in. deep, on the top.
  • Brush with one beaten egg.
  • Bake for 35 minute in a 375 degree oven.
  • Cool on rack.

REAL IRISH BROWN SODA BREAD LOAF



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There are so many Irish soda bread recipes on the internet, many of them American not Irish at all. This is the standard loaf brown soda bread used all over Ireland. It is to us what the Tollhouse Chocolate Chip cookie recipe is to Americans! It's on the back of our national flour brand, Odlums. Think King Arthur. You can't go wrong with this recipe.

Provided by GrumpyIrishLady

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 7

275 g coarse whole meal flour
175 g plain flour (use Bread flour for better texture)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons caster sugar (optional)
500 ml buttermilk
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Place wholemeal in a large mixing bowl.
  • Sieve in Cream flour, salt, soda and sugar (if used).
  • Add buttermilk and oil.
  • Mix well.
  • Transfer to a well greased 2lb loaf tin.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C, 325°F, Gas 3 for approximately 1 hour.
  • Bread will be baked if base sounds hollow when tapped.
  • Cool on a wire tray. For a soft crust, wrap bread in a clean tea towel.
  • Variations for bread In preparation, after adding the buttermilk and oil, add 50g/2oz chopped walnuts and 50g/2oz chopped dried apricots; When adding buttermilk and oil, add 1 tablespoon of treacle; Add 50g/2oz of grated cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2052.9, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 2975.4, Carbohydrate 390.9, Fiber 39.5, Sugar 26.2, Protein 77.2

TRADITIONAL BROWN IRISH SODA BREAD



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"Odlums Flours" are a national brand in Ireland and for generations the recipes found on their packaging have been enjoyed. My Mother always made bread from an Odlums recipe and I have kept it the same....hope you enjoy. It goes great with stews and soups. I also like to serve it with smoked salmon, a combination you are bound to enjoy.

Provided by Debi and Johnny

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
15 g wheat germ (I put in 1/8th of a cup)
500 ml 2% buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sieve the Salt, Bread Soda and All purpose flour into a bowl. Mix in the Wholewheat flour and wheatgerm. Add enough milk to make a soft dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until the mixture comes together. Place on a floured baking sheet forming into a round loaf (approx 10" diameter).
  • Place into a preheated oven (central position) and bake at 375 to 400 F for 40 to 45 minutes. When baked the bread will sound hollow when you tap it on the bottom. Cool on a baking rack or wrap in a dry tea towel to give a softer crust.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1940, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 20.7, Sodium 2976.1, Carbohydrate 387, Fiber 43.9, Sugar 26.6, Protein 81.1

IRISH BROWN SODA BREAD



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This is the real thing! Because it must only be handled very lightly, it can never be made in a bread machine.

Provided by Andrea Doyle

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup bread flour
⅓ cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease two baking sheets.
  • In a large bowl, stir together whole wheat flour, white flour, rolled oats, baking soda and salt. Gently mix in the buttermilk until a soft dough is formed. Knead very lightly. Divide dough into 4 pieces; form into rounded flat loaves. Mark each loaf with an 'X' and place on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 354.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • For a more traditional Irish soda bread, use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make sure your soda bread is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.
  • Let the soda bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Soda bread is best eaten fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Irish soda bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is a versatile bread that can be served plain, with butter, or with your favorite toppings. Whether you are a beginner baker or an experienced pro, you are sure to love this recipe for brown Irish soda bread.

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