irish brown bread

Traditional Brown Irish Soda Bread is a classic quick bread that has stood the test of time. It&#x27;s simple and quick to make, perfect for Irish stew or Dublin Coddle... or daily baking. Containing only 4 ingredients, it&#x27;s a healthy and authentic way to enjoy Irish food.

Traditional Brown Irish Soda Bread

whole wheat flour

all-purpose flour

buttermilk

tsp baking soda

salt

Butter a 10-inch cast iron skillet and preheat the oven...

Butter a 10-inch cast iron skillet and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Combine dry ingredients and then add the buttermilk...

Combine dry ingredients and then add the buttermilk all at once. Stir until just combined. This will be a soft and sticky dough. Flour your hands and shape into a dome-shaped loaf and place in a skillet.

Before slipping the bread into a preheated oven,...

Before slipping the bread into a preheated oven, be sure to cut a cross shape, about 1/2-inch deep, with a sharp knife on the top of the loaf. St. Patrick himself was known to make this bread and while there is differing symbolism attached to the sign of that cross, I choose to believe it symbolic of St. Patrick’s faith.

Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the...

Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the cross has widened and the bread is golden brown. Transfer to a rack to cool completely. Slice or wrap the loaf in a moist towel until ready to serve. Allow the loaf to completely cool before slicing.

My 5-Minute Authentic Irish Brown Bread recipe is both fast and gives you the perfect hearty and dense bread!

5-Minute Authentic Irish Brown Bread Recipe

(10 ounces 284 grams) all-purpose flour

(7 1/2 oz/216 grams) whole wheat flour

bran

wheat germ

baking powder

molasses ((treacle

(27floz/750 milliliters) milk

Mix all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

Add the treacle and stir in enough of the milk to give a wet, almost sloppy mixture.

Pour into a well oiled large loaf tin and bake in an oven preheated 400°F (200°C) for 20 mins until risen.

Reduce the heat to 325°F (170°C) and bake for a further hour.

Run a knife around the tin and ease the bread out. If it sounds hollow when tapped at the bottom it is cooked, if not, return it to the oven for 10-15 mins.&nbsp;

Cool the bread on a cooling rack. Enjoy fresh with butter. Store covered at room temperature for 3-4 days.&nbsp;

This homemade quick bread is a delicious staple with soup and stew or for breakfast in Ireland. It&#39;s easy to make and freezes well. Slather in butter or marmalade jelly for a mouthwatering snack.

Irish Brown Bread

flour

all purpose flour

oats (plus 2 tbsp for topping)

oat bran

mixed seeds (I used sunflower and pumpkin)

sugar

½ tsp baking soda

eggs

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray and a good dusting of whole wheat flour to coat the inside.

In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients except the 2 tbsp of oats for the topping.

In another bowl, mix the eggs and buttermilk and add to the dry ingredients.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients together with a spoon. The mixture should be wet and sticky. Depending on the type of oats used, you might need more or less buttermilk. Add a tablespoon at a time until all the flour is incorporated.

Pour the mixture into a loaf pan and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tbsp of oats.

With a sharp knife, make a 2 inch slit down the center of the bread before placing it in the preheated oven.

Bake for 1 hour or until a skewer or sharp knife comes out clean. Let cool on a wire cooling rack.

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