
There is something deeply satisfying about a bread that comes together with nothing more than flour, buttermilk, a little butter, and the magic of baking soda. These muffins take everything beloved about a traditional Irish-style soda loaf and bake it into individual, golden-topped portions that are ready to eat in under half an hour. The buttermilk reacts with the baking soda to create a tender, slightly tangy crumb that is hearty without being heavy. Optional raisins add a gentle sweetness, while caraway seeds bring that earthy, old-world flavor that makes each bite feel a little more special. The batter is intentionally thick and shaggy — resist the urge to overmix, and you will be rewarded with a beautifully rustic texture. These are the kind of muffins that disappear fast straight from the rack, but they are equally good the next morning with a smear of butter and a cup of tea.
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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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