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Cozy Soda Bread Recipe with Herb-Infused Irish Butter for St. Patrick’s Day

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A quick and easy soda bread recipe paired with fragrant herb-infused Irish butter, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations or cozy breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (350g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) cold buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted Irish butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar if using.
  3. Gradually pour in cold buttermilk, stirring gently until the dough just comes together. Adjust with more buttermilk or flour if needed.
  4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times. Shape into a round loaf about 7 inches (18 cm) wide.
  5. Place loaf on prepared baking sheet and score a deep ‘X’ about ½ inch (1.3 cm) deep on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until crust is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  7. While baking, combine softened butter, parsley, thyme, garlic, and salt in a small bowl and mix until smooth.
  8. Let bread cool on a rack for 10-15 minutes. Serve warm with herb-infused Irish butter.

Notes

Do not overmix or overknead the dough to avoid toughness. Use fresh baking soda for best rise. Score the loaf deeply to allow proper expansion. Adjust baking time based on your oven. Herb butter can be made ahead to meld flavors. For a crisper crust, bake on a preheated baking stone if available.

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Keywords: soda bread, Irish bread, herb butter, St. Patrick’s Day, quick bread, traditional Irish recipe, easy bread

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