🍀Baking Up Irish Traditions with a Sourdough Twist🍀

🍀Featured Recipe: Sourdough Cheddar & Herb Soda Bread

This savory, cheesy soda bread uses sourdough discard for a hint of tang, making it a great way to use up leftovers from your starter. The beauty of this bread? You have three baking options!

Three Ways to Bake It:

⏳ Short on time?
👉 Bake immediately – A warm, cheesy loaf ready in an hour or so.

⏳⏳ Want deeper sourdough flavor?
👉 Let it ferment at room temperature (3-4 hours) before baking.

⏳⏳⏳ Love bold sourdough tang?
👉 Refrigerate overnight for extra complexity and a firmer texture.

Serve warm with butter, or honey, or alongside a hearty soup for the ultimate comfort bake!

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🥛 Adjustments for Using Sourdough Discard (without Buttermilk)

If you’re out of buttermilk, here’s how to modify the recipe:

• Increase the sourdough discard – Use 1¼ cups (300g) instead of 1 cup (240g).

• Add a small amount of water/milk (if needed) – If the dough feels dry, add 1-2 tbsp of water or milk gradually.

• Ensure acidity for baking soda activation – If your discard is mild, add 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice.

• Watch the dough consistency – Without buttermilk, the dough might be stiffer. Mix gently and avoid over-kneading.

🍀 Prefer a Traditional Irish Soda Bread? Try This Version!

Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day quite like a warm, rustic loaf of Irish Soda Bread. This simple yet iconic bread has been a staple in Irish kitchens for generations, offering a hearty and satisfying bite without the need for yeast.

For a classic, no-sourdough soda bread, this simple version includes a unique twist—cornstarch! It is soft inside, crusty outside, and pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or cheese.

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Why Add Cornstarch?

Cornstarch softens the texture and helps mimic the light, tender crumb of cake flour. It makes for a fluffier, more delicate soda bread, while still keeping that hearty, rustic quality.

🍵 Pair Your Soda Bread with These Cozy Meals

Whether you go for the sourdough version or the traditional loaf, both pair beautifully with:

✔️ Irish Beef & Guinness Stew – A rich, slow-cooked comfort meal.
✔️ Potato & Leek Soup – A creamy, traditional Irish favorite.
✔️ Cheddar & Beer Cheese Soup – Perfect for the cheesy soda bread.

📸 Show Off Your Soda Bread!

We’d love to see your St. Patrick’s Day bakes! Whether you choose the sourdough cheddar version or the traditional soda bread, share your creations!

📷 Tag @bread_experience on Instagram and show off your bread creations!