
There is something deeply comforting about the smell of soda bread baking, and this muffin version delivers all of that rustic, old-fashioned charm in a perfectly portioned form. The batter comes together with pantry staples — flour, buttermilk, egg, and a little melted butter — so there is nothing complicated standing between you and a warm, golden muffin. Optional raisins add a gentle sweetness, while caraway seeds bring that classic, slightly earthy note if you want to lean into the traditional flavor. The thick, shaggy batter is exactly what you want here; a light hand and a few stirs are all it takes before it goes into the tin. For anyone navigating sesame sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of the ingredient without any swaps or substitutions required — just straightforward baking with no hidden surprises. The muffins bake up with beautifully deep golden tops and a tender, slightly dense crumb that is ideal alongside soup, slathered with butter, or eaten plain straight off the cooling rack.
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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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