Trellis Irish Soda Bread
Irish soda bread with fresh herbs offers a fragrant, crusty loaf perfect for hearty breakfasts or casual gatherings, showcasing simple ingredients and traditional baking techniques.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixer bowl, combine 4 cups bread flour, chopped fresh dill, chopped fresh tarragon, chopped fresh thyme, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Mix on low speed for 2 minutes.
- Place buttermilk and vegetable oil in a stainless steel bowl and whisk gently to combine.
- Gradually add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients while mixing on low speed, and continue mixing until dough forms a ball, about 20 to 30 seconds.
- Scrape dough from hooks, then turn dough over and mix on low speed for another 30 seconds.
- Flour a dry surface with the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour.
- Knead the dough until smooth using the heels of your hands.
- Form the dough into a round loaf.
- Pinch a small handful of dough on top and gently twist, being careful not to tear the dough from the loaf.
- Place the loaf, pinched side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Whisk egg yolk with 1 tablespoon water and lightly brush over the top of the loaf.
- Score a 1/4 inch deep X on the top of the loaf.
- Bake for 50 to 55 minutes.
- Bread is done when a hollow sound is heard when the bottom is tapped with a finger.
- Allow the bread to cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
518
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-protein
High-fiber
Contains
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).