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a small irish soda bread on a white plate.
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Mini Irish Soda Bread

Mini Irish soda bread with a crisp crust and tender crumb. Made without yeast, it’s easy to prepare and perfect with butter, soups, or stews.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Cooling TIme10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Irish
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: irish soda bread, mini bread loaf, mini irish soda bread, small bread loaf, small loaf of bread, small loaf of irish soda bread, soda bread
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon cold salted butter cut into small pieces
  • ¼ cup raisins (optional)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ½ cup buttermilk
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
  • Cut in cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins if using.
  • In a small bowl, whisk egg yolk and buttermilk, then pour into the dry ingredients. Gently mix until combined.
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface, knead briefly, and shape into a 4-inch circle.
    Tip: Add a little more flour if the dough is sticky.
  • Place on a baking sheet and score a ½-inch-deep “X” on top with a sharp knife.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for about 40 minutes, until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
    Tip: If the top browns too quickly, cover with aluminum foil.
  • Let the bread cool slightly, then serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Mix Well: Blend dry ingredients thoroughly before adding buttermilk for even flavor and texture.
  • Handle Lightly: Keep the dough shaggy, not smooth. Minimal handling makes the bread tender.
  • Score the Top: Cut a deep “X” to help the bread bake evenly.
  • Check Early: Start checking a few minutes before the bake time ends, as ovens vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 275mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1.8mg

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