Macadamia Free Soda Bread with Caraway

There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a rustic, golden loaf out of the oven with nothing more than a bowl, a baking sheet, and a handful of pantry staples. This soda bread comes together without yeast, without kneading, and without any of the tree nuts that can sneak into specialty or artisan breads from bakeries and grocery stores. The caraway seeds are the real star here — earthy, slightly anise-like, and perfectly at home in a dense, tender crumb that begs to be torn apart while still warm. Cold buttermilk activates the baking soda to give the loaf its lift, and that signature deep X scored across the top isn't just for looks — it helps the center bake all the way through to a hollow-sounding, beautifully crusted finish. A brush of melted butter right out of the oven adds a glossy, rich finish that takes it from humble to genuinely impressive. Whether you serve it alongside a bowl of soup or just slather it with salted butter, this is the kind of bread that makes a regular weeknight feel like something worth sitting down for.

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