QUICK IRISH SODA BREAD

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Each bite of this traditional loaf is dotted with raisins. My family considers this my "best ever" bread recipe. I hope you agree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup raisins
Additional melted butter
Additional flour

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Fold in raisins. , Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 times. Shape into a 7-in. round loaf; place on a greased baking sheet. With a sharp knife, cut a 1/4-in.-deep cross on top of the loaf. , Bake at 375° for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Brush with additional butter. Cool. Dust with additional flour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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