Irish bread with raisins
Description
The baked good is simple and quick to prepare. Soft inside and crispy outside, this Irish bread is perfect for breakfast. The baking is done. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 175 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and cumin. Using a pastry cutter, blend the cubed butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Add raisins and stir until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Step 2
2. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and baking soda. Pour the butter mixture into the dough and mix with a fork until all the liquid is absorbed. Shape the dough into a round loaf about 20 cm in diameter. Place the loaf onto the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix egg yolk with cream. Using a brush, coat the loaf with the egg mixture. With a sharp knife, make a cross-shaped slash on top of the loaf.
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Step 3
3. Bake the bread in the oven, turning the baking sheet halfway through baking, until golden brown, about 70 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of the bread should come out clean. Remove the bread from the oven, transfer to a wire rack, and let it cool.