2004 Moist Irish Soda Bread

By boandozzy

One slice equals 181 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 9 mg cholesterol, 265 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Irish Soda Bread in Light & Tasty February/March 2003, p31

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cold butter
• 1 cup golden raisins
• 1-3/4 cups buttermilk

Details

Servings 16
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add raisins. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; gently knead 6-8 times.

Place on an ungreased baking sheet; pat into a 7-in. round loaf. Using a sharp knife, cut a 1-in. cross about 1/4 in. deep on top of the loaf. Bake at 375° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 1 loaf (16 slices).