Making Irish Soda Bread Scones: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Recipe

Are you looking for a delicious, easy-to-make baked treat perfect for any occasion? Look no further than Irish Soda Bread Scones! These scones are a twist on the classic Irish soda bread, which is known for its hearty texture and rich flavor.

By transforming the traditional loaf into individual scones, you’ll enjoy all the goodness of soda bread in a convenient, portable form.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a brunch or enjoy a cozy morning treat at home, making Irish Soda Bread Scones is a fun and rewarding baking project that will become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

What Are Irish Soda Bread Scones?

It’s a delicious spin on traditional Irish soda bread to make Irish soda bread scones. It contains the same ingredients as a loaf – flour, baking soda, salt, and buttermilk – but is baked in scone form instead.

Their portability and ease of eating make them excellent options for breakfast or mid-day snacks.

What Makes Irish Soda Bread Different?

As a result of the reaction between sour milk and baking soda, soda bread has a unique texture due to the small bubbles of carbon dioxide that form in the dough. A long history of tradition is also attached to soda bread’s shape.

Why Is It Called Irish Soda Bread?

Typically, in the U.S., Irish soda bread consists of a white loaf studded with raisins and caraway seeds made with eggs and butter — hence its name, which comes from its use of baking soda (or “bread soda” in Ireland) as a leavening agent instead of yeast.

Why Are Irish Soda Bread Scones So Tasty?

It is easy to understand why Irish Soda Bread Scones are so tasty. They appeal to those with a sweet tooth because of the raisins’ sweetness, making them an excellent option.

Their drier texture makes them perfect for dipping in hot tea or coffee. Furthermore, because the scones are made in scone form, the exterior is slightly crispy, while the interior is soft and tender.

It is basically the amount of flour, butter, and sugar that separates the bread from the scones. The butter content of scone recipes is higher, and the flour content is lower.

How To Make Irish Soda Bread Scones?

The ingredients for this recipe are so common that you may find them available in your pantry, so it’s easy to make.

The scones are simple to make and only require a few ingredients. Ingredients included in the pantry list reflect authentic soda bread. Neither butter nor eggs are used in this lean dough.

• Flour – All-purpose flour worked well for me, but a combination of white and whole wheat flour could also work well. My Irish oatmeal soda bread turned out so well that I want to experiment with oat flour.
• Buttermilk or milk mixed with one to two teaspoons of lemon juice instead.
• Baking soda – the rising agent
• Salt
• Sugar – is not authentic, so I use a tiny bit of sugar to sweeten these scones. It’s optional. We ate our scones with jam for breakfast, but not if you are planning to serve them with dinner.

The dry ingredients should all be combined in a large mixing bowl. To your all-purpose flour and other dry ingredients, add 4 tbsp butter chopped up into small pieces.

I mix the butter and dry ingredients with a pastry cutter. Eventually, it will look like coarse crumbs. Combine the flour and butter and make a well in the middle.

Add the wet ingredients inside the well you just made and stir the mixture well with a wooden spoon. Add 1.5 cups of raisins to the mixture. A few golden raisins always go with it.

For baking the scones, you will need a round dish. My quiche dish works well. Alternatively, you can use a biscuit cutter to make scones.

As an easy solution, I used a round dish to place the dough. As soon as they were done mixing, I cut the dough into eight triangles with a sharp knife. Using this method, you can make large scones.

When you prefer smaller Irish scones, you can divide the dough into two smaller round baking dishes. When the cookies have browned to a golden color, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool.

Serve at room temperature with softened butter. Served with tea, as a snack, or as a side dish with Irish meals, they are great with everything. Make it even more delicious by adding your favorite jam and Irish butter!

If you wish to store them in an airtight container, you can, but we eat them warm straight out of the oven.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lb. (about 3 1/3 cups) of all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 3/4 cup (414 ml) buttermilk
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar (optional)

Instructions

1. Set a baking sheet with parchment paper in the oven and preheat it to 450°F.
2. Add flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar to a mixing bowl and whisk until combined.
3. The buttermilk should be added gradually to the flour mixture until it becomes shaggy but not sticky or wet. In some cases, you may not need to use the whole amount of buttermilk.
4. Knead the dough a couple of times on a well-floured surface. Make about eight scones by gently patting the dough into a disc about an inch thick and reshaping it as needed. Also, you can cut triangles in the traditional way.
5. After placing the scones on the baking pan, reduce the heat to 400F and let them bake for 20 minutes until well risen and golden.
6. Add it to soups and stews or serve warm with butter and jam.

Tips And Tricks For Baking Scones

You can bake the perfect Irish Soda Bread Scones by following these tips:

1. Don’t overmix the dough. It is possible to overwork the dough, resulting in tough, dry scones.
2. You want to avoid overbaking the scones. A light browning on the outside and a softened center are ideal.
3. Slice the scones with a serrated knife before baking. Using this method will ensure proper oven rise.
4. For a savory version, add whiskey-soaked raisins, more currants, golden raisins, maple syrup, orange zest, a teaspoon of caraway seeds, or other dried fruits to the traditional recipe.
5. You can add chocolate chips to make the scone much sweeter.

Using soda bread as the base, you can create cute, tasty scones with a twist on a classic bread recipe.

Make delicious scones in no time by following these tips and tricks. The Irish Soda Bread Scones will surely become a favorite among the whole family, whether eaten for breakfast, a snack, or with a cup of tea.       

Conclusion

In conclusion, making Irish soda bread scones is a delightful way to bring a taste of Ireland into your home. These scones are not only easy to make, but they also provide a delicious and hearty treat for any occasion.

Whether you enjoy them with butter and jam for breakfast or pair them with a warm bowl of soup for lunch, these scones are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

So why not take a trip to the Emerald Isle from the comfort of your kitchen and try this recipe?  With its simple ingredients and easy instructions, making Irish soda bread scones is an experience that is sure to leave you wanting more.