N Y C Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small cubes and softened
• 1.5 cups buttermilk, cold
• 1 unit large egg, beaten
• 1 cup raisins or currants
• 1 tablespoon caraway seeds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing)
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)