Soda Bread

Soda Bread

This is a really quick and easy bread to make. There is no kneading or proving!

Preparation Time 20 minutes
Baking Time 30 minutes
Portions Makes 1 loaf
Skill Level Easy
Average Rating 4 stars
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Ingredients

250 grams Allinson Wholemeal Plain Flour
250 grams Allinson Nature Friendly Plain White Flour
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Bicarbonate of soda
1 ½ tsp Cream of tartar
25 grams Butter
335 ml Buttermilk
60 ml Water warm
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Method

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  1. Preheat the oven to 200 C/ fan 180 C/gas mark 6. Sift the flour, bicarbonate of soda and cream of tartar into a large bowl, then stir in the salt.
  2. Lightly rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  3. Make a well in the centre and gradually add the buttermilk and enough of the water to form a soft dough
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly, then shape into a 20cm round. Place on a baking sheet and, using a sharp knife, mark a deep cross on the top.
  5. Bake the loaf for 30 minutes or until risen and golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or cold.
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Reviews

Read all reviews (1) | Average rating: 4 stars

"What can you do if you cannot get Buttermilk? I don't think Supermarkets sell it but I think you can use ordinary milk and lemon juice and would appreciate some advice as I would love to make this sometime."

Bakingmad: "Hi, http://www.bakingmad.com/tips/general/alternative-to-buttermilk If you can't get Buttermilk why not replace the weight of buttermilk with one third natural yoghurt and two thirds milk! Baking Mad Kitchen "

13-01-2010 | Author: liz313 | 4 stars

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