I've made this 4 times n the last two weeks. We toasted the last couple slices of the first loaf and found out it was even better that way. Because the traditional soda bread round loaf shape is sometimes challenging to fit in the toaster, I've been experimenting with making this in a regular bread pan. I've found that what works best are two parchment paper lined 8 1/4 x 4 1/2 " loaf pans. It takes about 45 minutes in my Anchor Hocking microware 40 oz loaf pan, it would probably take a different amount of time in a glass or metal pan. (I use an instant read thermometer to check for doneness, about 200 degrees F is 'done') The loaf doesn't rise much so the slices are kind of short, but two slices, vertically side by side fit nicely in one toaster slot. I suppose you could put all the dough in a 9" loaf pan and get tall slices, no idea what the baking time would be, but I like having two loafs, the second loaf, unsliced, stays fresh for a 2 or 3 days.

I planned to have this with supper, but I forgot about the cooling time, so we had it for an evening snack. My goodness it's tasty! I used the yogurt and water sub for buttermilk, that worked just fine. It's really easy to make, just remember to plan for the cooling time (like make it in the morning before the oven is busy all afternoon with boiled dinner or beef stew).

Followed the recipe exactly and used rye flour. It was such an easy loaf to make and so delicious my family devoured it. Loved the flavor of the rye flour. Enjoyed a toasted slice the following morning with some salted french butter and honey. Will definitely be making this again.

Wonderful recipe! I think the texture turned out better than the cranberry white chocolate soda bread on this website (but that's also a great recipe). I didn't have buttermilk, but I was able to sub it with buttermilk powder and soaked the oats in 1-3/4 cups of water. I also used whole wheat flour. It produced a nice crust and a fluffy interior where texture of the oats melded into the dough. I served it with honey rosemary butter, and it was a hit!

We really enjoyed this recipe for a healthy change of pace. I did feel like it was lacking salt even though I added a little more than the recipe stated.