IRISH BANNOCK

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A tasty loaf similar to a scone. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack with tea or coffee.

Provided by Ruth Uitto

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup dried currants

Steps:

  • Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Cut butter into flour mixture with pastry cutter. Add buttermilk until dough is soft. Stir in currants.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 minutes, or until smooth. Form dough into a 7 inch round. Place on a lightly oiled cake pan or cookie sheet. Cut 1/2 inch deep cross side to side. Score with cross 1/2 inch deep on the top.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) oven for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 308.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

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