
Soda bread has always been one of those wonderfully humble baked goods — no yeast, no long rise, just simple pantry staples coming together into something genuinely satisfying. These muffin-sized versions deliver that same dense, slightly tangy crumb in a perfectly portioned shape that's easy to grab and go. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward: flour, buttermilk, egg, butter, and a little sugar, with optional raisins and caraway seeds if you want that classic Irish-style character. For anyone navigating carrageenan concerns, this recipe is a natural fit because everything here is whole and unprocessed — no store-bought dairy blends, no packaged mixes, and no additives hiding in the ingredient list. The buttermilk does the heavy lifting, reacting with the baking soda to create a tender, lightly airy texture without anything extra needed. They bake up with deep golden tops and a soft interior, and they're honestly best eaten warm with a little butter melted right into them.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well with butter or nonstick spray.
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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