Baked Rosemary Soda Bread
A fragrant, slightly tangy loaf with a crisp crust and tender crumb, featuring aromatic rosemary for a simple yet elegant centerpiece. This irish-inspired vegetarian ready in about 55 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup fresh rosemary
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in finely chopped fresh rosemary.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, olive oil, and beaten egg. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 4: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 3-4 times to bring together. Shape into a round loaf about 1 inch thick and place on the prepared baking sheet. Cut a shallow cross on top with a knife.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Rosemary Soda Bread take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Rosemary Soda Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Rosemary Soda Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Rosemary Soda Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Rosemary Soda Bread?
Irish vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
