Beer Bread

This Beer Bread recipe is ultra easy and packed with mouthwatering flavor. It features Guinness beer, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. Whip it up in one bowl with just 8 ingredients, for a quick and easy side or delicious snack.

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine British, Irish

Keyword bear bread

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 7

Servings people

Calories 224kcal

Author Olivia Ribas

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 ounces Guinness beer
4 slices bacon cooked and chopped, it’s about ¼ cup
2 tablespoons butter melted

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease the bread pan with butter and set it aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Create a well in the center and add bacon, approximately 3/4 of the cheese, and beer into the well. Stir the mixture with a spoon until well combined.
Pour the mixture into the greased bread pan, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Bake for 30 minutes, then take it out of the oven and drizzle the remaining butter over the top.
Bake for an extra 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Transfer to a wire rack and let it cool for 5 minutes. Take it out of the pan and let it cool further on the wire rack. Optional: brush with more butter if desired.

Notes

This recipe was adapted from Food.com.
Bring the beer to room temperature before mixing it in, so the dough rises better.
Be careful not to overmix the dough, as it can make the bread too dense.
When measuring flour, fluff it first, then spoon it into the measuring cup, and level the top.
Shred your own cheese for the best flavor and texture.

To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To Freeze: Wrap the bread tightly with plastic wrap, then place it in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
To Reheat: Reheat beer bread in the microwave, oven, or toaster oven until warmed through. Be sure to keep a close eye on it.

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