Whole Wheat Irish Soda Bread

Makes 1 round loaf (8 slices).

Serving size: 1 slice (1/8 loaf)

POINTS® value per serving: 3

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 2 Tbsp canola oil
• 1 cup plus 1 tspn all-purpose flour, separated
• 1 cup whole-wheat flour
• 1/3 cup golden raisins
• 4 tsp caraway seeds
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

1. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. Whisk the buttermilk and oil in a medium bowl; set aside.
3. Whisk 1 cup all-purpose flour, the whole-wheat flour, raisins, caraway seeds, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the buttermilk mixture with a wooden spoon until thoroughly moistened.
4. Dust a clean, dry work surface with the remaining 1 teaspoon flour. Turn the dough out onto work surface and knead for 30 seconds, just until it coheres. Shape into a round loaf about 6 inches in diameter and 1 inch high. Use a sharp knife or a new razor blade to cut an "x" about 1/2 inch deep in the top of the loaf.
5. Lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray, place the loaf on it, and bake until lightly browned and crusty, about 45 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.