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Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!

Soda Bread Without Buttermilk

I don’t know about you, but kitchen substitutions are practically an art form around here.  Whether it’s cocoa powder instead of baking chocolate, oil instead of butter, or flour instead of cornstarch, if it’s possible to substitute something, I’ve probably tried it.

As you can probably guess, once upon a time I wished to make Irish soda bread without buttermilk.  Buttermilk isn’t something I typically keep in the fridge, so I had to use a substitution trick with regular milk instead.  You’ll get all the details on that in the recipe.

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!

The nice thing about soda bread is that not only does it bake up quickly, it’s a versatile bread that can be used at different meals.

I like to serve some to my kids for breakfast, spread thickly with strawberry jam.  Of course, I eat it right alongside them, because I would never pass up a chance to have Irish soda bread.  We toast each other with cups of cold DairyPure brand milk, which is a lovely way to start the day.  DairyPure brand milk comes from your local dairy and is backed by a 5-Point Purity Promise, making it an easy choice when shopping for milk.

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!

Save your soda bread leftovers for afternoon snack!  You can do what I do, and cut a few pieces to make chocolate peanut butter sandwiches for when they get hungry at the end of the day.  They love it when I serve TruMoo Chocolate Milk with their sandwiches.  The great thing about TruMoo Chocolate Milk is that it’s the perfect balance of nutritious and delicious, so they’re happy and I’m happy, too.

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!

Tips for Making Soda Bread Without Buttermilk

  • Irish soda bread is best made and eaten the same day.  After cooling completely, store airtight.
  • I like to make a really deep cross-shaped cut in the loaf.  The expansion not only allow it to cook completely in the middle (the thickest part), but it looks really cool!
  • For another option, try slathering it with salted butter and a drizzle of warm, raw honey.
  • I love to bake on a pizza stone!  You can spend a lot of money on a fancy one, but I usually just pick up a bargain baking stone that performs well.  That way, if it cracks—and they all do eventually—it’s not a big loss to replace it.  This Wilton ceramic pizza stone is a steal for just $12.

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!

Note: if you need a gluten free soda bread, try this recipe.

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!
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Soda Bread Without Buttermilk

Love soda bread but have no buttermilk? This simple recipe for soda bread without buttermilk is the solution. Easy to make, and tastes absolutely delicious!
Course Bread
Cuisine Irish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 281 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 cups milk approximately
  • 4 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. If you have a baking stone, place it on the center oven rack. Preheat the oven to 400.
  2. Add the vinegar to 2 cup or larger measuring vessel. Add enough milk to equal a total 2 cups of liquid. Let sit for a minute while you prep the dry ingredients.
  3. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly. Make a well in the center and pour in the soured milk. Mix lightly with a fork until the dough comes together.
  4. Lightly flour a surface. Tip the dough onto the floured surface, then flour your hands. Gently knead the dough a couple of times, for about 20 seconds. Use a large, sharp knife to cut the dough in two equal pieces.
  5. Gently shape the pieces into round loaves, flattening slightly on top. Use your knife to cut a deep cross into the top of each loaf.
  6. Place in the oven and bake for about 35 minutes. Let cool on a rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Soda Bread Without Buttermilk
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 523mg 22%
Potassium 151mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 54g 18%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 3g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin A 2%
Calcium 7.9%
Iron 17.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. I’m not sure if I’ve ever had soda bread, although I probably have since I am a huge bread lover. This sounds so tasty, I’d love to try your recipe.

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  2. Soda bread is super tasty and I always run into recipes I want to make that require buttermilk but have non on hand. I learned the trick of using vinegar with regular milk for a friend and now I don’t have to worry about having buttermilk. This recipe is making me want some fresh bread so I might be baking tomorrow.

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  3. I’ve never had soda bread, and I think I’ve been missing out! I’ve pinned the recipe, and will be trying it when my bread loving stepson is staying with us. Thanks for an easy bread recipe, which looks impressively handmade and rustic!

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  4. I have never had soda bread, but this looks so delicious. I have saved this for something for me to try. I hope that mine turns out as well as yours looks!

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  5. I have never made soda bread before so I guess its about time to give it a try. My friend makes it often and I always eat it like crazy when she does. I will have to give it a try, maybe with almond flower?

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  7. I really enjoyed making this bread with my son – nice and simple for a three year old to help with. It was yummy to eat too! Thank you 🙂

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  8. I’ve tried making soda bread with all sorts of recipes. My mum used to make it & I loved it but I’ve never managed to get it quite like mums. . This is by far the best & simplest recipe I have ever used. The bread was fabulous. My husband also said it was the best he’s ever tasted!! Result!!! Thank you so much.

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  10. Just put this into the oven! I was at the store and could only find soda bread with raisins (which I hate) so I was like whatever I’ll just make it. Came home and was like $h*t really t soda bread had like four ingredients and I seriously don’t have one?! So I came across this and am giving it a try! I’ll be sure to give you a shoutout on my blog with pics after ?

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  11. I make yoghurt so always have a supply of whey from straining it. I use the whey instead of milk or buttermilk to make scones and soda bread – it is perfect for the job!

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  13. I have a group of wannabe irish speakers getting together this evening and we are so lucky to have found an Irish teacher here in Burlungton/hamilton. So the soda bread will be a great hit.
    Thank you for this very simple recipe. Norah

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  14. I’m just baking this right now. My 20 month old has really enjoyed it. We are having this so I don’t have to go to the shop. We had everything in. Can’t wait to see how it comes out.

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  15. This recipe is absolutely delish! Of course I also happened to be out of white vinengar (go figure! Lol) but I did have a fresh lemon, so I subbed the fresh squeezed juice in for that part instead. All three of my children (and myself!) devoured their warm buttery/honey’d pieces right up! Will definitely be using this recipe again and again. I can already tell it’s going to pair well with our hearty chicken and wild rice soup for dinner tonight 😊 Thank you!!

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