A Quick and Comforting Staple
Northern Irish Spelt Soda Farls cook fast, taste warm and mild, and work with both sweet and savoury toppings. The dough comes together in minutes, giving you a soft, fresh bread without yeast. Spelt adds a gentle nutty edge while keeping the texture light. They suit busy mornings or simple suppers.
Why This Recipe Works
You need only a few pantry ingredients and a hot pan. There is no kneading, no proving, and no long wait. The dough stays soft and easy to shape. The farls cook evenly and stay tender inside with a light crust outside. They serve well with butter, jam, eggs, or grilled meats.
Northern Irish Spelt Soda Farls
Description
These Northern Irish Spelt Soda Farls are soft, warm, and fast to cook. The dough uses spelt flour and baking soda for a gentle rise, giving tender farls with a clean flavour. They suit breakfast, snacks, or simple meals and pair with both sweet and savoury toppings.
Ingredients
Instructions
Heat the pan
- Warm a heavy pan or griddle on medium heat.
Mix dry ingredients
- Combine spelt flour, salt, and baking soda in a bowl.
Add buttermilk
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix until a soft dough forms.
Note: Add a splash more buttermilk if the dough feels dry.
Shape the dough
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat into a round about 2 cm thick.
Cut into farls
- Slice the round into four even quarters.
Cook the farls
- Place the farls on the warm pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until lightly browned and firm.
Cool slightly and serve
- Allow them to rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 160kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.6g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
- Cholesterol 4mg2%
- Sodium 294mg13%
- Potassium 130mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 2.5g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
Farls taste best warm. If reheating, warm them on a dry pan to keep the texture soft.
Optional Substitutions / Variations
- Swap buttermilk for milk mixed with 1 tbsp lemon juice.
- Add 1 tbsp honey for a light sweetness.
- Add ½ tsp dried herbs for a savoury twist.
Storage:
Keep wrapped in a clean cloth for up to 24 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with butter, jam, fried eggs, bacon, or smoked fish.
