Bobby Flay Irish Soda Bread Recipe
Warm bread brings comfort to every table. This loaf feels rustic and deeply satisfying. The crust bakes crisp and beautifully golden. The crumb stays tender and lightly dense.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 1 ¾ cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Cut butter into dry mixture.
- Texture should resemble coarse crumbs.
- Pour in buttermilk slowly.
- Stir gently until dough forms.
- Do not overmix the dough.
- Shape dough into round loaf.
- Place loaf on baking sheet.
- Score a deep cross on top.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Crust should sound hollow.
- Cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
- Use very cold butter always.
- Measure flour accurately for texture.
- Do not overwork the dough.
- Use fresh baking soda only.
- Score deeply for even baking.
- Serve warm for best flavor.