Description
A traditional Irish brown bread recipe that is easy to make.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the buttermilk and honey.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface for a minute.
- Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
- Cut a deep cross on the top of the loaf.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until brown and hollow-sounding.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Store bread in an airtight container.
- Best enjoyed fresh.
- This bread can be frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: irish brown bread recipe