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Irish Soda Bread Muffins

Irresistibly Soft Irish Soda Bread Muffins with Currants

These Irish Soda Bread Muffins with currants are a quick and delicious treat for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for a denser muffin.
  • 1 cup King Arthur Golden Wheat Flour or Irish-Style Flour All-purpose flour can be used if unavailable.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Works with buttermilk for leavening.
  • 1 tsp Table Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1 cup Currants or Raisins Raisins can be a delicious alternative.
  • 1 tsp Caraway Seeds Omit for milder taste.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk, Yogurt, or Sour Cream Non-dairy milk with lemon juice works too.
  • 4 tbsp Melted Butter or Vegetable Oil Oil is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Coarse Sparkling Sugar Optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your muffin pan.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently, stopping as soon as moistened.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let them cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are freezer-friendly and can be enjoyed warm with butter and jam.

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