**Soda bread**, a staple in Irish cuisine, is a beloved bread known for its dense, hearty texture and slightly tangy flavor. Unlike traditional yeast breads, soda bread relies on baking soda and buttermilk as leavening agents, resulting in a quick and easy baking process. Our collection of seeded whole grain soda bread recipes takes this classic to a new level, incorporating nutritious seeds and grains for added flavor and texture. From a simple 3-ingredient recipe to variations with oats, sunflower seeds, and flaxseeds, these recipes cater to a range of dietary preferences and tastes. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, our detailed instructions and tips will guide you through the process of creating perfect soda bread every time.
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SEEDED WHOLE-GRAIN QUICK BREAD
Bake this healthy, seedy loaf on Sunday and you can enjoy it all week--if it doesn't disappear first. This quick bread recipe is the perfect vehicle for both sweet and savory toppings, so try it as avocado toast one day and with honey the next. Store it tightly wrapped, as all the seeds make it a little more apt to dry out than typical whole-wheat breads.
Provided by Stacy Fraser
Categories Healthy Quick Bread Recipes
Time 4h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Combine sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, flaxseed and sesame seeds in a dry medium skillet; toast over medium heat, stirring, until lightly brown and starting to pop, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Reserve 2 tablespoons of the seed mixture in a small bowl; transfer the remaining seeds to a large bowl. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt to the large bowl; whisk to combine. Whisk eggs in a medium bowl, then stir in buttermilk, oats, oil and honey (or maple syrup). Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir and fold together until combined. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the reserved seeds.
- Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Let cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 57.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 418.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
SEEDED WHOLE GRAIN SODA BREAD
"This moist, chewy soda bread satisfies all my starchy cravings but is so packed with seeds, oats, and whole wheat that it's also energy-sustaining. It makes beautiful toast, too."-Claire Saffitz, associate food editor
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Bread Healthy Quinoa Whole Wheat Thanksgiving Kid-Friendly Bon Appétit St. Patrick's Day Seed Bake Small Plates
Yield Makes one 8"-diameter loaf
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix millet, quinoa, amaranth, 1 cup oats, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1/2 cup water in a small bowl. Cover and let sit 8-12 hours. (Alternatively, bring ingredients to a simmer in a small saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and let sit until mixture is thick like porridge, about 2 hours.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil an 8"-diameter cast-iron skillet or cake pan. Whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, flaxseed, salt, baking soda, and 1/4 cup sunflower seeds in a large bowl. Work in butter with your fingers until largest pieces are pea-size. Make a well in the center and add brown rice syrup, oat mixture, remaining 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until dough is smooth, homogenous, and still slightly sticky.
- Form dough into a ball and place in prepared pan. Brush with buttermilk; top with more oats and sunflower seeds. Cut a large X into the top and bake until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of loaf registers 190°F, 55-70 minutes. Let cool in pan.
- Do ahead
- Bread can be baked 2 days ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.
SEEDED WHOLEMEAL SODA BREAD
Shop-bought bread can be loaded with salt, sugar and preservatives, so try making your own for a healthier loaf. It takes only 10 minutes to prepare
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield Cuts into 10 slices
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and line a baking sheet with baking parchment. Put the flour, seeds, bicarbonate of soda and a pinch of salt in a large bowl and mix to combine. Stir the treacle into the yogurt mixture and, when the treacle dissolves, pour onto the dry ingredients. Stir together with the blade of a knife until you have a soft, sticky dough. Leave for 5 mins (this allows time for the liquid to absorb into the bran).
- Tip onto a lightly floured surface and form the dough into a round about 18cm across. It will still be very sticky, so don't over-handle it - treat it like scone dough rather than bread dough. Lift onto the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 mins until the crust is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped underneath.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use a combination of whole grain and white flour for a slightly denser, more flavorful loaf.
- Add a variety of seeds, such as sunflower, flax, or chia, for extra nutrition and texture.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Be sure to knead the dough well, until it is smooth and elastic. This will help the bread rise properly.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the bread hold its shape.
Conclusion:
This seeded whole grain soda bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover buttermilk and is a healthy alternative to traditional white bread. With its hearty flavor and texture, this bread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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