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Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread

Mouthwatering Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread in Minutes

This Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread is easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Irish butter, melted Can substitute with unsalted regular butter if needed.
  • 3 cups Unbleached all-purpose flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a denser texture but may require liquid adjustments.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar gives a hint of molasses.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine salt Sea salt or Himalayan can be used as alternatives.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a more intense taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder A key player in the bread's savory profile.
  • 4 ounces Irish cheddar cheese, shredded Any sharp cheese can work but will alter the overall taste.
  • 12 ounces Irish beer (e.g., Killian's Irish Red) Any lager or ale can be used, but flavors will vary.
For the Topping
  • Additional melted butter Drizzle on top for extra richness.
  • Fresh parsley (optional) Consider using chives for a different nuance.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brush the inside of your loaf pan generously with melted unsalted Irish butter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until well-combined.
  4. Stir in the shredded Irish cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. Make a well in the center of the dry mixture, then pour in the Irish beer and mix gently until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the top of the batter.
  8. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. While the bread bakes, melt additional butter with parsley, garlic powder, and salt in a small saucepan.
  10. Brush the warm garlic butter mixture generously over the top of the bread once removed from the oven.
  11. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Once cooled, slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use a pastry brush to apply melted butter thoroughly in the loaf pan to prevent sticking.

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