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Close-up of a whole wheat Irish soda bread muffin on a grey plate.

Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread Muffins

Enjoy these wholesome and delicious Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack. They're easy to make and offer a delightful twist on traditional soda bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup raisins or currants optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the raisins or currants (if using).
  5. Add the buttermilk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.