Irish wheaten bread recipe
Irish Wheaten Bread recipe
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This Irish wheaten bread recipe is a traditional and hearty bread that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Made with wholemeal flour, buttermilk, and a touch of honey, this bread has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. It has a dense yet moist texture, making it ideal for slathering with butter or enjoying with a bowl of soup. Whether you're craving a taste of Ireland or simply looking for a delicious homemade bread recipe, this Irish wheaten bread is sure to satisfy.Keywords: Irish wheaten bread, traditional recipe, wholemeal flour, buttermilk, homemade bread.
Irish wheaten bread recipe details
Ingredients
110 g | plain flour |
2 tbsp | sugar |
2 ½ tsp | rapid rise yeast |
¾ tsp | salt |
½ tsp | baking soda |
240 ml | buttermilk |
60 ml | water |
45 g | butter, softened |
300 g | wholemeal flour, use up to 375g if necessary |
Instructions
Makes one loaf.Combine flour, sugar, yeast, salt and baking powder in a large bowl. Warm the buttermilk, water and butter together in a small saucepan until the butter has melted and the mixture curdles. Stir liquids into dry ingredients. Stir in enough wholemeal flour to make a stiff dough.
Remove dough to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly, and add additional wholemeal flour if required. Form into a smooth ball about 5 inches, 12.5-13cm diameter.
Place dough into a 9 inch (22-23cm) pie dish. Cover loosely with greased cling film and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, up to an hour.
Preheat oven to Gas Mark 5, 375°F, 190°C.
With a sharp knife, slash a ½ inch, 12mm deep X-shaped slash in the top of the loaf. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until done. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack.
Serve sliced, with or without butter.
Preparation time:
ca. 1 hr 30 min
Resting time:
ca. 2 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a
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