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Caraway soda bread

A little spice, a delicious everyday dish.

Caraway soda bread: the bread has a golden split crust and tender crumb.

Prep 15 minCook 40 minCool 30 minutesServes 8Easy

Gather your ingredients Let’s make it ↓

AI-generated serving inspiration.

Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.

GET EVERYTHING READY

Everything you’ll need.

For 8 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.

MainAll-purpose flour2 cups (240 g)
MainWhole-wheat flour1 cup (120 g)
MainBaking soda1 tsp (5 g)
MainFine salt1/2 tsp (3 g)
MainButtermilk1 1/4 cups (300 ml)
SeasoningCaraway Seeds Whole1 1/2 tsp (4 g)SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →

Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.

What equipment do I need?

Mixing bowl; baking tray; oven.

The recipe at a glance.

See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.

STEP 1Mix dry ingredients3 min
STEP 2Make a soft dough2 min
STEP 3Shape and score3 min
STEP 4Bake and cool35–40 min

FOLLOW ALONG

4 simple steps.
One delicious result.

Illustrative preparation stage 1
STEP 1 / 43 min
Mix dry ingredients
No heat
Have ready
Flours, baking soda, salt, caraway
1. Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix both flours, baking soda, salt and caraway.
◎ What to look for
Seeds are evenly distributed through the flour.
Next: Make a soft dough ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 2
STEP 2 / 42 min
Make a soft dough
No heat
Have ready
Buttermilk
1. Pour in buttermilk.
2. Mix gently just until combined.
3. Add a teaspoon or two more buttermilk only if dry flour remains.
◎ What to look for
Dough is soft and shaggy, not kneaded smooth.
SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →Next: Shape and score ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 3
STEP 3 / 43 min
Shape and score
No heat
Have ready
No new ingredients
1. Shape a 6-inch (15 cm) round on a lined tray.
2. Cut a 1/2-inch (1 cm) deep cross across the top.
◎ What to look for
The deep cross lets the center expand.
Next: Bake and cool ↓
Illustrative preparation stage 4
STEP 4 / 435–40 min
Bake and cool
400°F (200°C) oven
Have ready
No new ingredients
1. Bake 35–40 minutes until browned and a skewer comes out clean.
2. Cool on a rack for 30 minutes before slicing.
◎ What to look for
The bread has a golden split crust and tender crumb.

AT THE TABLE

A few good things alongside.

Tomato soup

Cheddar

Plain yogurt

AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.

A few things worth knowing.

Recipe development status

Original development recipe; quantities, yield and timings require kitchen testing.

Measuring your ingredients

US volumes are approximate; weigh ingredients when possible.

Ingredients and allergens

Allergen check: includes wheat or other gluten-containing grains, milk. Check all packaged ingredients, including spice blends, and separate serving suggestions.

Kitchen tip 4

Do not taste raw batter or dough; flour and eggs need proper cooking.

FROM YOUR SPICE SHELF

Spices for this recipe.

SPICE MAGICCaraway Seeds WholeView this spice →

Everything you’ll need.

The recipe at a glance.

4 simple steps.One delicious result.

Mix dry ingredients

Make a soft dough

Shape and score

Bake and cool

A few good things alongside.

Tomato soup

Cheddar

Plain yogurt

A few things worth knowing.

Spices for this recipe.

More ways with caraway seeds whole.

Caraway rye bread

Caraway braised cabbage

Caraway roast potatoes

Caraway cheese crackers

4 simple steps.
One delicious result.