Best 4 Irish Whole Wheat Soda Bread Recipes

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IRISH WHOLE WHEAT SODA BREAD



Irish Whole Wheat Soda Bread image

An Irish must-have every March 17th for St. Patrick's Day!

Provided by mommak

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ cups buttermilk, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a cookie sheet or an 8- or 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
  • Sift whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder together until well combined. Add enough buttermilk to make a soft dough that's firm enough to hold its shape.
  • Knead on a lightly floured surface until dough is smooth and velvety, 2 to 3 minutes. It will seem very crumbly for a while until everything gets incorporated.
  • Form into a round loaf and place on the prepared cookie sheet. Cut a cross on the top of the loaf with a very sharp, floured knife. (The cross is a characteristic of soda bread.)
  • Bake in the preheated oven until loaf is browned and sounds hollow when you tap on it, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 900.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

WHOLE WHEAT IRISH SODA BREAD



Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread image

A friend of mine sent me this recipe. It is easy to make and very tasty and nutritious. I visit Ireland every couple of years, and this is much like what we enjoy for breakfast.

Provided by Pam Hill

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon white sugar or 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix milk and lemon.
  • Combine dry ingredients.
  • Add milk and lemon mixture (buttermilk may be used instead).
  • On floured bread board (I use whole wheat) knead dough for no more than a minute.
  • Shape dough into a circle with a height of about two inches.
  • Place on lightly oiled baking sheet.
  • With (sharp) floured knife, cut an x nearly halfway through the dough.
  • Bake about 40 minutes in 400F degrees degree oven.
  • Dough should sound hollow when tapped with knuckles or handle of spoon.
  • Place loaf on wire rack and let rest at least an hour before slicing.

WHOLE WHEAT IRISH SODA BREAD WITH BULGUR



Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread With Bulgur image

If you have ever been to Ireland you have tasted soda bread, a moist, easy to make bread that is rich and nutty tasting when made with whole wheat flour. It is a very quick and easy bread to make as long as you are willing to get your hands sticky. When you pull the bread from the oven wrap it loosely in a kitchen towel and allow to cool. This softens the crust and makes it easier to cut.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 9-inch loaf (about 16 generous slices)

Number Of Ingredients 6

120 grams (about 3/4 cup) medium (#2) bulgur
1 cup boiling water
460 grams (about 3 2/3 cups) whole wheat flour
8 grams baking soda (1 1/2 teaspoons)
10 grams salt (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
2 cups buttermilk (more as needed)

Steps:

  • Place the bulgur in a bowl and pour on 1 cup boiling water, or enough to cover the bulgur by about 1/2 inch. Cover the bowl and allow the bulgur to sit for 30 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed and the grains are tender.
  • Meanwhile preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • Place the flour in a large, wide bowl and sift in the baking soda and salt. Mix in with your hands or with a wide spatula. Make a well in the middle of the flour and pour in the buttermilk. Add the bulgur to the well, then mix in the flour from the sides of the bowl to the center using a wide rubber spatula, a wide wooden spoon or your hands, turning the bowl and sweeping the flour from the sides into the buttermilk. Mix until the bulgur and buttermilk have been incorporated into the flour, then scrape out onto a lightly floured work surface. The dough should be soft and a bit sticky. Flour your hands so it won't stick to them.
  • Gently knead the dough, only enough to shape it into a ball, then with floured hands gently pat it down to a 2-inch high round, about 9 inches in diameter. Place it on the parchment-lined baking sheet and cut a 1/2-inch deep cross across the top.
  • Place in the oven and bake 20 minutes at 450 degrees. Turn down the heat to 375 degrees and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, until the loaf responds with a hollow sound when tapped on the bottom. Remove from the oven, wrap loosely in a cloth or kitchen towel, and cool on a rack.

WHOLE WHEAT IRISH SODA BREAD



WHOLE WHEAT IRISH SODA BREAD image

Categories     Bread     Breakfast     Bake     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups
whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 to 2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Combine the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to distribute the soda and baking powder, then add enough buttermilk to make a soft dough, similar in quality to biscuit dough but firm enough to hold its shape. Knead on a lightly floured board, for 2 to 3 minutes, until quite smooth and velvety. Form into a round loaf and place in a greased 8-inch cake pan or on a greased or parchment lined cookie sheet. Cut a cross on the top of the loaf with a very sharp floured knife. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until loaf is nicely browned and sounds hollow when tapped. (The cross will have spread open, which is characteristic of soda bread.) Let the loaf cool before slicing very thin, soda bread must never be cut thick. Makes 1 (8-inch) loaf. Variation: For white soda bread, use 4 cups all-purpose flour, preferably unbleached, and the same amounts of salt and baking powder called for in the master recipe, but decrease the baking soda to 3/4 teaspoon. Otherwise, the bread is prepared in exactly the same way as in the master recipe.

Tips:

  • Use good quality whole wheat flour for a better taste and texture.
  • Make sure the buttermilk is at room temperature before using it. This will help the bread rise properly.
  • Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To test if the bread is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.
  • Let the bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing it. This will help the bread hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Irish whole wheat soda bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is a hearty and filling bread that can be enjoyed on its own or with your favorite toppings. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, this bread is a great option for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. So next time you are looking for a tasty and wholesome bread, give this Irish whole wheat soda bread a try!

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