Soda Bread with Port-Soaked Raisins

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Soda Bread with Port-Soaked Raisins
40 min.
8
430kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Soda Bread with Port-Soaked Raisins, a perfect addition to your morning meal, brunch, or even as a sweet dessert. This vegetarian recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves up to 8 people, making it ideal for gatherings or family breakfasts.

The unique twist of port-soaked raisins adds a rich depth of flavor that elevates this traditional Irish bread. The combination of the slightly tangy buttermilk and the sweetness of the raisins creates a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. With a golden crust and a soft, tender crumb, this soda bread is perfect for slathering with butter or enjoying on its own.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The use of baking soda instead of yeast means you can skip the long rising times, making it a fantastic option for those busy mornings when you crave something homemade yet quick. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this scrumptious soda bread that’s sure to become a beloved staple in your home!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • tablespoons butter cold divided cut into small cubes, ()
  • 12 ounces buttermilk 
  •  eggs 
  • 20 ounces flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup port wine 
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon
  • microwave
  • bread knife

Directions

  1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat to 400°F.
  2. Place port and raisins in a microwavable dish and microwave on high for 1 minute; remove from microwave and mix, then microwave until steaming hot, about 1 minute longer.
  3. Remove from microwave and let rest on the counter.
  4. In a large bowl whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Using your fingers, mix 5 tablespoons of butter into flour mixture until mixture resembles a coarse meal. In a medium bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk together until homogenous. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add buttermilk mixture.
  5. Drain raisins and add to well. Using a wooden spoon, mix until a wet dough forms.
  6. Turn out dough onto a floured surface and knead for two minutes. Form dough into a 10-inch round. Grease a baking sheet using remaining butter.
  7. Place round on the baking sheet and dust with flour, then using a sharp knife or serrated bread knife, make an ‘X’ over the top of the loaf.
  8. Bake until soda bread is brown and cooked through, about 25 minutes. Allow to rest at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories430kcal
Protein9.42%
Fat24.4%
Carbs66.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.61
Glycemic Load
45.69
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.806956366352%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
0.99mg
Delphinidin
0.58mg
Malvidin
14.22mg
Peonidin
0.59mg
Catechin
1.48mg
Epicatechin
1.13mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:429.87kcal
21.49%
Fat:11.2g
17.23%
Saturated Fat:6.5g
40.64%
Carbohydrates:68.36g
22.79%
Net Carbohydrates:65.83g
23.94%
Sugar:6.45g
7.17%
Cholesterol:47.71mg
15.9%
Sodium:552.8mg
24.03%
Alcohol:2.3g
100%
Alcohol %:1.84%
100%
Protein:9.73g
19.45%
Vitamin B1:0.59mg
39.46%
Selenium:27.54µg
39.35%
Folate:135µg
33.75%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.75%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.48%
Vitamin B3:4.36mg
21.82%
Iron:3.67mg
20.41%
Phosphorus:134.25mg
13.42%
Fiber:2.53g
10.12%
Copper:0.15mg
7.56%
Vitamin A:362.26IU
7.25%
Calcium:69.08mg
6.91%
Potassium:232.04mg
6.63%
Magnesium:24.79mg
6.2%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.77%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin D:0.66µg
4.42%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.37%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.66%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.49%
Vitamin K:1.09µg
1.04%