Irish Soda Bread I

Name: Irish Soda Bread I
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 3 eggs; 1 pint sour cream; 1 cup raisins

Rating: 4.62 stars

351 Ratings
281 Reviews
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This recipe was given to me by my mother, Agnes Walters. It is made with sour cream and always comes out moist and keeps for several days.

By Arlene Costello/Agnes Walters

Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

1 hr

total:

1 hr 10 mins

Servings:

Yield:

2 loaves

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 20 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 pint sour cream
1 cup raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease two 8x4 inch loaf pans.

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Step 2

Mix the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, sour cream and raisins and mix until just combined. Distribute batter evenly between the two pans.
Step 3

Bake loaves at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Partner Tip

Reynolds® Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

214.6 calories; 4.5 g protein; 36.8 g carbohydrates; 38 mg cholesterol; 193.9 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (281)

Most helpful positive review

MommyFromSeattle

01/29/2008

Very good - as everyone said - it's a little cake-like, but definitely has the texture of a soft bread. And once it's toasted, it's out of this world (slice it thick b4 toasting). The sweetness is sublte onced it's done - just how we like it. (Similar to sweet Hawaiin bread) I use either currants or small dried blueberries. I think raisins are too big for this bread. I've also used this to make french toast. Slice it then let it sit out for a day to get drier. Taste and texture is like brioche. I've also added a little buttermilk or milk, whatever I have one hand, when my dough is a litte too dry About 1-2 tablespoons at most. (1 pint sour cream = 2 cups) Tip- cover tightly with foil after it's done and let it steam for 30 min. or longer. This will lock in the moisture. A trick for all loaf breads. Read More

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PAT MEGLIN

12/22/2003

An interesting version of Irish soda bread, but too cake-like for my taste and with far too many raisins. One cup would be about right, I think. Read More

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(77)

351 Ratings

5 star values: 255
4 star values: 70
3 star values: 19
2 star values: 4
1 star values: 3

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MommyFromSeattle

01/29/2008

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springfield70

03/18/2006

Wonderful! I considered using other recipes but decided on this one because I didn't have buttermilk, which seems to be used in most recipes. This is moist and dense and has a lovely texture. I added 2 tablespoons of caraway seeds and shaped the loaves into freeform rounds on a greased baking sheet (wet your hands with a bit of cold water to facilitate shaping). I also used a pastry brush to apply some melted butter halfway through the baking time. The breads were golden and crusty and absolutely delicious. I will definitely make this again - and not just on St. Patrick's Day - as a base for bread pudding. No caraway seeds, of course. :) Read More

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PAT MEGLIN

12/21/2003

An interesting version of Irish soda bread, but too cake-like for my taste and with far too many raisins. One cup would be about right, I think. Read More

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(77)

tuxiesmom

04/11/2003

Fantastic tasting recipe! I have made the same Irish Soda Bread for years. I couldn't find the recipe this year and tried this one. I love it. I like the cake-like texture! A Keeper Read More

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Connie-O

04/11/2003

Not really Irish Soda Bread but very good and easy. I used low fat sour cream and it came out just great. Read More

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(36)

HANDY

04/11/2003

Best irish bread added caraway seeds for real irish flavor. Easy to put together. Read More

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(26)

ALEXVA

03/23/2006

This looks good but I have one question: Do you really make this Irish Soda Bread with no milk at all? Read More

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(23)

NICEJANET

04/11/2003

This was the 1st time I made Irish Soda Bread & I loved it. I took the loaves to work & everyone who had a piece asked for the recipe. I also added caraway seeds. Fantastic Read More

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(21)

ARAMATHEA

04/11/2003

This bread was extremely easy to make. It's sweeter and runnier than normal soda bread so I had to make it in a loaf pan. Good for breakfast or a snack. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Irish Soda Bread I

Servings Per Recipe: 20
Calories: 214.6

% Daily Value *

protein: 9 %

carbohydrates: 12 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 4 %

sugars:

fat: 9 %

saturated fat: 16 %

cholesterol: 13 %

vitamin a iu: 4 %

niacin equivalents: 19 %

vitamin b6: 3 %

vitamin c: 1 %

folate: 13 %

calcium: 7 %

iron: 8 %

magnesium: 4 %

potassium: 4 %

sodium: 8 %

thiamin: 22 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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MommyFromSeattle

01/29/2008

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springfield70

03/18/2006

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PAT MEGLIN

12/21/2003

An interesting version of Irish soda bread, but too cake-like for my taste and with far too many raisins. One cup would be about right, I think.

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(77)

tuxiesmom

04/11/2003

Fantastic tasting recipe! I have made the same Irish Soda Bread for years. I couldn't find the recipe this year and tried this one. I love it. I like the cake-like texture! A Keeper

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(45)

Connie-O

04/11/2003

Not really Irish Soda Bread but very good and easy. I used low fat sour cream and it came out just great.

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(36)

HANDY

04/11/2003

Best irish bread added caraway seeds for real irish flavor. Easy to put together.

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(26)

ALEXVA

03/23/2006

This looks good but I have one question: Do you really make this Irish Soda Bread with no milk at all?

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(23)

NICEJANET

04/11/2003

This was the 1st time I made Irish Soda Bread & I loved it. I took the loaves to work & everyone who had a piece asked for the recipe. I also added caraway seeds. Fantastic

Helpful

(21)

ARAMATHEA

04/11/2003

This bread was extremely easy to make. It's sweeter and runnier than normal soda bread so I had to make it in a loaf pan. Good for breakfast or a snack.

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(20)