Description
Enjoy the classic taste of Ireland with this simple and delicious Irish Brown Bread recipe. Made with wholesome ingredients and a touch of sweetness, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a side to your favorite meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Optional:
- 1/4 cup rolled oats or wheat germ for added texture
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in buttermilk and melted butter until just combined.
- Transfer and bake: Transfer dough to the pan, score the top, and bake for 40–45 minutes until golden.
- Cool and serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use plain yogurt instead of buttermilk.
- Best served warm with butter, jam, or smoked salmon.
- Store at room temperature for 2–3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
