Jump to RecipeThis post may contain affiliate links.See my disclosure policy.With its hallmark crusty exterior and soft and tender interior, this Irish soda bread recipe is delicious enjoyed on its own slathered with butter or paired with your favorite Irish entrees and side dishes! We visited Ireland twice last year and covered nearly every county in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Aside from taking in the landscapes and historic sites, I wanted to further research the traditional preparations for a few dishes I hadn’t already previously explored, including Dublin Coddle (found only in Dublin), Ulster Fry (found only in Northern Ireland), Gravy Rings and Cream Fingers/Derry Fingers (in Londonderry), white pudding and potato farls.Yes, recipes coming! But today I’m sharing a traditional Irish soda bread recipe with you along with a few non-traditional and optional add-ins that some modern-day Irish bakers like to include.It’s a no-fuss bread that’s quick to make and is beloved around the world! What is Soda Bread? Soda bread is a quick bread, meaning it uses baking soda and buttermilk as the leavening agent instead of yeast (cornbread muffins and skillet cornbread are also examples of quick breads).

Similar to scones and Rock Cakes, soda bread requires no kneading or proofing, resulting in a dense, rather dry crumb and a crunchy crust.Soda bread is best eaten straight from the oven while it’s still warm and the butter can melt into the crumb.

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