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Irish Soda Bread Muffins
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These Irish Soda Bread Muffins offer a delightful twist on the classic, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. They capture the comforting, slightly sweet flavor of traditional soda bread in a convenient muffin form.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Buttermilk is key for the tender texture and classic flavor. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • For a slightly different flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of raisins or currants to the batter with the dry ingredients.

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