Irish Soda Bread Muffins (Printable)
Lightly sweetened soda bread muffins featuring golden raisins and a tender crumb.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
03 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
→ Add-Ins
10 - 3/4 cup golden raisins
11 - 1 tablespoon caraway seeds (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - In a separate medium bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until fully combined and smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together using a rubber spatula until just combined; do not overmix as this will result in tough muffins.
05 - Fold in the golden raisins and caraway seeds if using, distributing evenly throughout the batter.
06 - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full.
07 - Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
08 - Allow the muffins to rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These come together in under 40 minutes from start to finish, perfect for unexpected guests or weekday breakfast cravings
- The tender crumb and golden raisins make them feel special enough for brunch but simple enough for toast-and-egg mornings
02 -
- Overmixing is the enemy here, stir until just combined and no further to keep them tender
- Room temperature buttermilk blends better and creates a more uniform texture in your final muffin
03 -
- Soak your golden raisins in warm Irish whiskey for 10 minutes, then drain for an adult version that still bakes off the alcohol
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure the baking powder activates properly for maximum rise