Irish Funday Caraway Soda Bread
A traditional Irish soda bread with a hint of caraway seeds, baked to a golden crust and served warm with creamy butter. This irish-inspired breakfast ready in about 60 minutes combines all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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 tbsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking soda, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp caraway seeds until well combined.
- Step 3: Create a well in the center, pour in 1 1/4 cups buttermilk and 1 tbsp honey, then mix with a fork until a shaggy dough forms without overmixing.
- Step 4: Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times until it comes together. Shape into a round loaf, place on the baking sheet, and brush the top with 1 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 5: Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, then let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Irish Funday Caraway Soda Bread take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Irish Funday Caraway Soda Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Irish Funday Caraway 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 Irish Funday Caraway 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 Irish Funday Caraway Soda Bread?
Irish breakfast 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
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
