In today’s video, I’m going to show you how to make a healthier version of traditional Irish soda bread that’s packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor.
Using a combination of wholesome ingredients like oats and spelt flour, this bread offers a delicious twist on a classic recipe.
Not only does it taste great, but it also stays fresh for days, making it the perfect addition to your meal prep routine.
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IRISH SODA BREAD RECIPE
Ingredients:
2.5 cups oat flour, or ground oats (250g)
1.5 cups spelt flour, or whole wheat flour (190g)
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp caraway seeds
1.5 cups buttermilk (360ml)
1 egg
NUTRITIONAL INFO (per slice):
189 calories, fat 3.5g, carb 32.2g, protein 8.1g
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 450°F (225°C). Grease a skillet or baking pan.
Combine all the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl: oat flour, spelt flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, and caraway seeds.
In a separate container, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well combined.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture.
Using a spoon, gently stir the mixture until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it gently a few times to shape it into a round circle.
Place the shaped dough into the prepared skillet or baking pan.
Using a sharp knife, score a cross on the top of the dough. This helps the bread expand while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 400°F (200°C).
Continue baking for another 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is deep golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes.
Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve sliced and enjoy with your favorite spreads or as a side to soups and stews.
Note: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
If you love soda bread today I’m going to show you a healthier version using all flour it looks a bit different darker in color but the taste of this bread is amazing and it stays fresh for days while making regular yeast bread can be timeconsuming Irish soda bread on
The other hand takes less than an hour to make and bake because there’s no kneading and no Rising that’s right you skip all the work and it still tast is amazing so in a large bowl we to together all the dry ingredients but first make sure you turn on the oven
Because does this bread go straight in as soon as you’re done mixing to make it healthier I mix together 2 and 1/2 cups or 250 g all flour or processed oats with one and 1/2 cups or 190 g spell flour has a higher protein content than allpurpose flour as well as more fiber
And nutrients then I need 2 tablespoons corn starch for the texture because old bread tends to be crumbly and 1 teaspoon baking soda to make it rise and create a lovely soda bread consistency if I want a salty version add one Heap teaspoon salt and one teaspoon carway seeds and
If I wanted on a sweet side I reduce salt to half teaspoon add 1 tbsp maple syrup and half cup raisins now in a large measuring cup with together 1 and 1/2 cups or 360 ml buttermilk and one egg then add this mixture into the flour buttermilk is great lower in fat and
Calories than whole milk and adds lots of flavor and moisture to bake Goods make a well in the center use a wooden spoon to incorporate the flour into the buttermilk and when it starts to come together turn it out on the flower surface and knead just a few times to
Shape it into a circle so the less you handle the dough the softer the bread will turn out I know at first it may look like a mess but it will bake up just beautifully and because the baking soda reacts fast you want this bread hit the oven as quickly as possible just
Need to cut it a deep sign signature cross with a knife All Over the Top This coring helps the heat get to the center and bake more evenly giving an extra surface to crisp up I place it in the oven bake for 10 minutes at 225 C then
Lower the heat to 200 C and bake for another 35 to 40 minutes until the crust is deep Brown the best way to test for Donis is to knock on the bottom of the bread and when it sounds Hollow it’s done and for that super crispy crust at
The bottom I bake my soda bread in a cast iron skillet but you can use any other baking pan you have this healthier Irish soda bread turns out darker in color because of the oats it has a beautiful crust so if you love crusty bread you will love this recipe the
Bread isn’t too heavy it has a moist and chewy Center and I just love the flavor of oats with a slight tanginess from the buttermilk it really hits the spot it’s definitely my new favorite type of bread it’s best when it’s hot from the oven but don’t worry it’s still tasty
Tomorrow just not as crispy on the outside and there are ton of different ways to enjoy this soda bread it goes so well for Savory dinners like Hardy soups and stews it’s delicious with butter and jam or honey and for the next day it makes a great breakfast toast really
Suits any occasion and the best thing you can have freshly baked bread in under an hour just like these healthy Bagels I made with old flour and Greek yogurt they’re perfect way to take your breakf sandwich to the next level check out that recipe now thank you so much
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