Embark on a culinary journey to discover the delectable delights of soda bread scones, a traditional Irish treat infused with the warming essence of Irish whiskey butter. These scones, with their golden-brown crust and fluffy, tender interior, are a perfect accompaniment to a cozy afternoon tea or a hearty breakfast spread. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create these delectable scones, ensuring a delightful experience for your taste buds and leaving you eager for more.
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SODA BREAD SCONES WITH IRISH WHISKEY BUTTER RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: irish whiskey, golden raisin, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, fine sea salt, unsalted butter, buttermilk, caraway seed, flaky sea salt, unsalted butter, irish whiskey, flaky sea salt
Provided by Chris Salicrup
Categories Breakfast
Yield 8 scones
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the whiskey to a simmer. Turn off the heat, add the raisins, and set aside for at least 15 minutes to allow the raisins to plump.
- Drain and reserve the raisins and whiskey separately.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
- Add the butter and use your hands to pinch together the butter and flour mixture until coarse crumbs form.
- Add the buttermilk to the mixture and mix just until a dough begins to form. Add the whiskey-soaked raisins and 1½ teaspoons of caraway seeds. Mix just to combine.
- Shape the dough into a 7-inch (18 cm) round. Use a pastry brush to brush the top of the round with buttermilk. Sprinkle with the remaining ½ teaspoon caraway seeds and flaky salt
- Cut the dough into 8 triangles and transfer to the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing the scones 2 inches (5 cm) apart. Bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
- While the scones bake, make the whiskey butter: In a medium bowl, add the reserved whiskey to the butter, a little at a time, mixing after each addition until fully combined. Stir in the salt.
- Serve the scones warm or at room temperature with the whiskey butter alongside.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 9 grams
IRISH SODA BREAD AND WHISKEY BUTTER
An old family recipe that gets rave reviews!
Provided by Kerri Klein
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Irish Soda Bread Recipes
Time 9h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place raisins in a small bowl; pour in whiskey and allow to soak overnight.
- The next day, drain raisins and reserve the leftover whiskey.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
- Stir drained raisins, orange peel, and caraway seeds into dry ingredients.
- Beat in buttermilk and 1/4 cup melted butter to make a thick batter.
- Transfer batter to prepared casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Beat 1/2 cup butter in a bowl until fluffy; beat in reserved whiskey, 1 teaspoon at a time, to taste. Serve with soda bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 480.5 mg, Sugar 16.9 g
IRISH WHISKEY SODA BREAD WITH IRISH WHISKEY BUTTER
Moist hearty round loaf with whisky soaked raisins. Goes together quickly and is baked immediately after mixing. Break off pieces at the table and spread with Irish Whiskey butter. Authentic Irish Soda Bread submitted for Zaar III British/Ireland Tour.
Provided by Pastryismybiz
Categories Quick Breads
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375. Oven shelf should be just below the center of oven.
- Grease baking sheet, or use silpat liner, or greased parchment paper.Makes a 7" by 3" high round of bread.
- Soak the raisins in whiskey or water for 30 minutes. If using whiskey, drain and reserve the whiskey.You will have about 3 tblsp left.
- Cut the butter into small slices so that it begins to soften.
- In a large bowl, stir together the flours,sugar,baking soda,and salt.
- With fingertips rub in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the raisins.
- With a wooden spoon,stir in the buttermilk just until the dry ingredients are moistened and the dough comes together.
- Empty dough onto counter and knead it lightly about 8 times until smooth but still a little sticky. If it sticks to the counter,use a bench scraper to gather it together. Avoid adding extra flour. Flour hands if absolutely necessary.
- Pat out dough into a 6 inch round and about 1 & 3/4 inches high. If it sticks flour it lightly at this stage.
- Place on baking sheet and score top 1/2" deep from top to bottom and side to side forming a cross.
- Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until an instant read thermometer reads 190 degrees in the middle of loaf.
- Remove from oven and cool on rack covered with towel. Keep warm to serve.
- Irish Whiskey Butter.
- 3 tblsp whiskey.
- 1 tblsp sugar.
- 9 tblsp unsalted butter softened.
- Microwave whiskey and sugar until hot, about 20 seconds. Cool.
- Stir whiskey sugar mixture into softened butter until incorporated. It will be a.
- caramel brown color.
- Store at cool room temp up to 2 days, refrigerated up to 2 weeks.
- This bread freezes well up to 1 month. Reheat at a 300 degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes.
IRISH WHISKEY SODA BREAD
I got this recipe from my friend Sue - it is the best Irish Soda Bread I have tasted and this is now my go to recipe! Great as an accompaniment to soups or stews. Very easy to make - serve warm with lots of butter!
Provided by Steph in Ottawa
Categories Quick Breads
Time 50m
Yield 2 Loaves, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper, or lightly grease.
- Combine flour, salt and baking soda in a bowl.
- With a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl or 2 cup measure, mix buttermilk, honey & whiskey.
- Add all at once to dry mixture and stir just until no dry spots remain.
- Turn onto lightly floured surface and knead for 1 minute (too much will toughen and too little will inhibit rising).
- Divide dough in half and shape into round loaves.
- Place on cookie sheet. With a floured knife cut a cross 1/2 inch deep in each loaf.
- In small cup, combine whiskey and milk.
- Brush loaves with glaze.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until loaves sound hollow when tapped on bottoms. Remove from pans and let cool on wire racks.
- Cut into wedges or slices and serve warm.
CLASSIC IRISH SODA BREAD
This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but I like it with a handful of raisins. -Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 1 loaf (8 pieces).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Whisk together first 5 ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, whisk together 1 egg and buttermilk. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Stir in raisins., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Shape into a 6-1/2-in. round loaf; place on a greased baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, make a shallow cross in top of loaf. Whisk remaining egg; brush over top., Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to cut the scones to ensure clean edges and even baking.
- Do not overwork the dough, as this can result in tough scones.
- Use cold butter to create flaky layers in the scones.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more buttermilk or water.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
- Bake the scones in a preheated oven to ensure even baking.
- Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
These soda bread scones with Irish whiskey butter are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of flaky, flavorful scones that are sure to impress your friends and family. Serve them warm with the Irish whiskey butter for a truly indulgent experience.
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