Irish Soda Muffins with Raisins (Print Version)

Tender, wholesome muffins infused with raisins and oats for a hearty start or afternoon snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, plus extra for topping
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Fruit

07 - 3/4 cup raisins

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - Stir in raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until combined.
05 - Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
06 - Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Sprinkle a few extra oats on top for garnish.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Authentic Irish flavor profile in a convenient muffin form.
  • Hearty and filling thanks to the addition of old-fashioned rolled oats.
  • Quick to prepare with a total time of just 35 minutes.
02 -
  • Ensure you do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender.
  • Cool the melted butter before whisking it with the buttermilk and egg.
  • Always use a toothpick to check for doneness before removing from the oven.
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