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Irish Soda Bread Muffins


I talk a lot about my Italian ancestry and the food that surrounds it, but I also have Irish in there from my Mom's side.   We didn't eat any Irish food growing up that I can recall, so I went on a recipe search.  Irish soda bread kept catching my eye.  Even though I've mostly worked through my fear of yeast, I loved that baking soda is used as a leavening agent instead.   I found these on the Taste of Home site, and since muffins are always a huge hit here, I put the ingredients on the shopping list.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find the currants, I substituted dried cranberries instead. I sprinkled the tops with raw sugar instead of regular, I just love the crunch it gives.  I was hesitant about the caraway.  I've had resistance in the past from my guys when I've made things with anise,  which is a similar flavor profile. These were a huge hit with everyone.   The caraway isn't overwhelming, and I love the texture of the muffins.


Thank you so much to Carlee for hosting, and to all the other Festive Foodies for sharing their #StPatricksDay recipes!  I'm really looking forward to exploring more Irish foods now.

Irish Soda Bread Muffins

Irish Soda Bread Muffins
Yield: 1 dozen
Author: Jolene's Recipe Journal

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 3/4 cup dried currants, raisins or dried cranberries
  • Raw (turbinado) sugar for sprinkling on top before baking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda and caraway seeds. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk, butter, and oil.
  2. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in currants. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with raw sugar.
  3. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack. Serve warm.

Notes

Slightly adapted from Taste of Home: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/irish-soda-bread-muffins

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  1. Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & LuckMarch 2, 2018 at 7:46 AM

    Until recently, I too have a hard time finding dried currants. Luckily for me, they seem to be popping up everywhere now! Guess that means it's time to make some soda bread muffins!!!

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:01 PM

      I've got to hit a few more stores, I really want to try them now!

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  2. A Day in the Life on the FarmMarch 2, 2018 at 7:51 AM

    I love these little muffins. I was able to find currants but it was a HUGE package. I have enough currants to last me 5 years LOL. I think the dried cranberries were a great substitution.

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:02 PM

      Usually after I find something in a big quantity like that, my guys decide they don't like it anymore lol

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  3. Jas @ All that's JasMarch 2, 2018 at 10:41 AM

    Admittedly, I have yet to try Irish soda bread, but your recipe is easy enough for me to try. Looks so yummy too. Pinned

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:02 PM

      So easy! I'm looking forward to trying the traditional version too :)

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  4. KarenMarch 2, 2018 at 3:04 PM

    I think I like this much better than the actual bread, and they last longer! I do have some dried currants on hand too!

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:02 PM

      And they're portable! Great on the go breakfast or snack.

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  5. CarleeMarch 2, 2018 at 7:27 PM

    I love the idea of doing the bread as muffins! Plus that forces a bit of portion control ;-) They look delicious!

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:03 PM

      Yes, easier for me to hide a few for myself this way, before the guys devour them all!

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  6. UnknownMarch 3, 2018 at 12:08 PM

    I love this as muffins! Craisins are a nice twist!

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 2:03 PM

      I've been eating them a lot lately, so it was the first substitution that jumped into my mind :)

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  7. Family Around the TableMarch 4, 2018 at 2:27 PM

    Love that you added Craisins. I eat a lot of them too! A delicious looking muffin.

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    1. JoleneMarch 4, 2018 at 3:11 PM

      They're one of my favorite snack add ons right now. With greek yogurt cream cheese on celery, in oatmeal, so good!

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  8. AmyMarch 5, 2018 at 12:48 AM

    Mmm, I love Irish soda bread and the idea of doing it as muffins is so smart! It sound delicious to this lass, who has Irish heritage as well! :)

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    1. JoleneMarch 7, 2018 at 5:49 AM

      Makes them great for on the go breakfasts or snacks!

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  9. anne@simpleandsavoryMarch 7, 2018 at 5:11 PM

    I love the idea of Irish Soda muffins! I'm going to give this a try the next time I make soda bread which will be soon!

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  10. TeriMarch 8, 2018 at 7:44 AM

    Love this recipe, and I love the fact that you used turbinado sugar for that crunchy top!

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  11. LauraMarch 13, 2018 at 12:31 AM

    Oh I have dried currant from my own garden. I hope they'll work!

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    1. JoleneMarch 16, 2018 at 4:58 AM

      So jealous! My inlaws used to have one, but it didn't survive the harsh winters we've had :(

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  12. UnknownMarch 15, 2018 at 9:58 AM

    I totally love that these are muffins!! Thanks for sharing at Friday Frenzy Link Party! PINNED :)

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    1. JoleneMarch 17, 2018 at 12:51 PM

      Thank you so much for stopping by! I've pinned so many recipes from the party, and I keep finding more every time I go back :)

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