SODA BREAD WITH DARK CHOCOLATE AND CANDIED ORANGE PEEL

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Categories     Bread     Chocolate     Citrus     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Orange     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 large round loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups unbleached all purpose flour
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, cut into 1/3-inch pieces
6 ounces candied orange peel, diced
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; butter parchment. Whisk first 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add butter; rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in chocolate and orange peel. Whisk buttermilk and egg in medium bowl to blend; add to dry ingredients. Stir just until incorporated.
  • Turn dough out onto floured work surface and knead gently just until dough comes together, about 5 turns. Form dough into 6 1/2-inch-diameter round, about 2 to 2 1/2 inches high. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Using sharp knife, cut 1-inch-deep, 3-inch-long slits in top of bread, forming sunburst pattern.
  • Bake bread until well browned and very firm when pressed and tester inserted into center comes out clean, turning baking sheet halfway through baking, about 1 hour 10 minutes total. Transfer bread to rack and cool completely, at least 3 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in foil and store at room temperature.)

Carter Stone
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This bread was a disappointment. It was dry and crumbly, and the chocolate and orange flavors were barely noticeable.


Sudee Smart
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I wasn't a big fan of this bread. The chocolate and orange flavors were too strong for my taste.


Paul Holmes
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This soda bread is simply amazing! The texture is perfect and the flavor is out of this world. I highly recommend it.


Sherry Simmons
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I love this recipe! The bread is so moist and flavorful. I always get compliments on it when I bring it to parties.


Fal Pal
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This bread was a bit too dense for my liking, but the flavor was still good.


LeoDor Frenzy
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory, and the chocolate and orange flavors are just heavenly.


Simon Daniel
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This was my first time making soda bread and it was so easy! The recipe was clear and concise, and the bread turned out perfectly. I loved the rustic look and the slightly sweet flavor from the chocolate and orange peel.


Abrham Walta
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The bread was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I would add a bit more liquid next time.


Sohaibbala Bala
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This soda bread was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The bread was easy to make and didn't require any special ingredients.


Rose Gasa
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The bread was moist and fluffy, and the chocolate and orange flavors were perfectly balanced. I loved the subtle crunch from the candied orange peel. Will definitely be making this again.


Muzammel Hussain
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This soda bread was a delight! The combination of dark chocolate and candied orange peel was divine. The bread had a lovely texture and a subtle sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and flavorful bread.