Whole-wheat Soda Bread

Whole wheat soda bread is actually a quite healthy bread when made authentically. It is a good source of whole grains as well as fiber and some protein. If the word “bread” intimates you – fear not, friends. No kneading, proofing, or bread-baking experience required.

Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, whether as a satisfying breakfast toast, a hearty side for soups, or a nutritious snack with your favorite topping. Healthy, easy, and irresistibly flavorful, this brown soda bread will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!

This easy whole-wheat soda bread roll recipe gets its rise from baking soda instead of yeast, so you can enjoy warm bread with just a few minutes of prep and less than an hour in the oven. This healthy whole wheat Irish Soda Bread recipe is a breeze to make and a delicious addition to your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

How to make Whole-wheat Soda Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole-wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup flaxseed meal (flaxseed flour)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup millet meal (millet flour)
• 1 teaspoon caraway seed, crushed
• 2 tablespoons wheat gluten
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk or skim milk
• 2 egg whites

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, sift together dry ingredients.
2. In a separate bowl, combine milk and egg whites. Mix well. Add milk and egg mixture to dry ingredients. Mix until well-moistened.
3. Lightly grease the bottom of a 5-by-8-inch loaf pan. Place the dough in the pan. Using a sharp knife, make a slash in the dough lengthwise, about 1/4 inch deep.
4. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. To test for doneness, insert a skewer or knife into the center of the loaf. It should come out clean. Cool thoroughly on a rack before slicing.

Note: You can add other grains/seeds in the flour. I love adding sunflower seeds as well as pumpkin seeds. Remember, this bread supposed to look rustic.