Irish Soda Bread

Ingredients

• 3 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 1/2 cups Buttermilk
• 1 Large Egg
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, cold and cubed
• 1/2 cup Raisins or Currants
• 1 tablespoon Caraway Seeds
• 2 tablespoons Additional Gluten-Free Flour (for dusting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

3. 3

   Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.

5. 5

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Gently fold in the raisins or currants and caraway seeds.

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour).

8. 8

   Form the dough into a round loaf about 1 1/2 inches thick.

9. 9

   Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet and use a sharp knife to cut a deep cross (X) on the top.

10. 10

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

11. 11

    Let cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.