Irish Soda Bread Pastries

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   Stir in the raisins or dried currants to coat them with the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter.

5. 5

   Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined; be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it very lightly just a few times until it comes together.

7. 7

   Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick, then use a pastry cutter or knife to cut the dough into squares or triangles.

8. 8

   Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.