Rustic Irish Brown Bread with Butter and Jam
Enjoy the hearty texture and rich flavor of traditional Irish brown bread, a perfect partner to creamy butter and fruit jam.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
Combine dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the wholemeal flour, plain white flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar.
- 3
Add the buttermilk
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk.
Tip: Do not over-mix after adding the buttermilk; let the dough rest for 5 minutes to absorb moisture and enhance texture.
How to Make Rustic Irish Brown Bread with Butter and Jam
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Shaping the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a round loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Slash a cross on the top of the loaf with a sharp knife to help it rise evenly.
- 2
Baking the Bread
Bake for 40-45 minutes in the center of the preheated oven.
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