Description
A delightful fusion of traditional Irish soda bread and sweet cookies, these Irish Soda Bread Cookies are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup currants or raisins
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until fluffy then add buttermilk and the egg, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in currants.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack and enjoy!
Notes
For a diabetic-friendly version, consider using sugar substitutes such as stevia or monk fruit. Ensure your butter is at room temperature for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg