Irish Soda Bread Cookies

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2 . Stage

Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and caraway in a mixing bowl. With a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in currants.

3 . Stage

Mix in beaten egg. Pour in buttermilk and mix with a fork to make a soft dough (may need a little more buttermilk).

4 . Stage

On a floured surface, shape dough into a ball and knead lightly 5 or 6 times. Roll out dough 1/4 inch thick and cut into squares and triangles with a knife. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheets.

5 . Stage

Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until slightly browned.