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Homemade Irish Brown Bread with Rolled Oats and Buttermilk

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A quick and easy Irish brown bread recipe featuring hearty rolled oats and tangy buttermilk, perfect for breakfast or brunch with a moist, tender crumb and rustic crust.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups whole wheat flour (360 g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
  • 1 cup rolled oats (90 g)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
  • 2 cups buttermilk (475 ml) or substitute with 2 cups milk + 2 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar, let sit 5 minutes
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp rolled oats for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or cast iron skillet with butter or oil.
  2. In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar if using. Stir thoroughly to distribute evenly.
  3. Pour in buttermilk and melted butter. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined; dough will be sticky and thick.
  4. Transfer dough to prepared pan. Wet hands slightly, smooth and pat dough evenly. Sprinkle rolled oats on top for a rustic finish.
  5. Score a deep cross about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) into the dough surface with a sharp knife.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped on the bottom. Start checking at 30 minutes to avoid over-baking.
  7. Cool bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice with a serrated knife and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to keep bread tender. Use room temperature buttermilk for best rise. Cast iron pans produce the best crust. Score the bread deeply to allow expansion. Let bread cool fully before slicing to avoid gummy texture. Adjust dough moisture by adding more buttermilk or flour as needed.

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