CRANBERRY SODA BREAD

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A twist on the typical American soda bread. If you like caraway, you can add it; if you don't, leave it out. Adapted from a recipe by Debbie Currie at Serious Eats. http://bit.ly/e0uYAE

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
1/2 cup Irish whiskey (or hot water)
4 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 -4 tablespoons caraway seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter, cut in small pieces
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries and whiskey (or hot water). Cover and set aside to rehydrate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F for at least 30 minutes (while the cranberries soak, if not soaking early) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, soda, salt and optional caraway. Cut butter into flour with two knives, a pastry cutter, or your fingertips. Add honey, buttermilk and cranberries (with their liquid). Stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
  • Knead on a lighty-floured work surface until smooth. It will still be sticky; do not add too much flour. Form into a rough boule 6-8" in diameter and 1 1/2 to 1 3/4" thick. Slash an X into the top with a sharp knife, about 1/2" deep.
  • Bake in preheated oven 55-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Transfer to a rack to cool completely. If you prefer a softer crust, cover with a kitchen towel while cooling.

Mays Elsubaie
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this bread again and again.


AJ Ali
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Not a fan. The bread was too dense and the cranberries were too tart.


Eddyy Lee Spartah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread came out perfect!


Jason Gravley
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This bread is absolutely delicious! It's moist, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness.


Comfort Omosor
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Loved the texture of the bread, however, it didn't rise as much as I expected.


Thandiwe Sithole
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The bread was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Nthabiseng Tlali
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Amazing!! This bread was a total hit at my Christmas party. Thanks for sharing!


AHSAAN KHWN
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The bread was dense and lacked flavor. Overall, not a great experience.


Rdsfg Cdihc
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Fantastic recipe! Super easy and the cranberry flavor was perfect.


Rao Kaif
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The bread was a bit dry. Maybe I'll try adding a bit more buttermilk next time.


fidelia kavinya
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Will definitely make this festive bread again!


Tanvir Mahtab
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Easy to follow recipe and the bread turned out amazing. Loved the burst of cranberries in each bite!


Sujan Ranabhat
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Scrumptious and straightforward! The bread had a wonderful balance of sweetness and tanginess. It was a hit at my party, and everyone asked for the recipe.