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Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread

Irresistibly Moist Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread Recipe

This Irish Beer and Cheddar Bread is rich, savory, and easy to make, combining creamy cheddar with flavorful beer for a comforting loaf.
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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: Breakfast
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Irish Butter Feel free to substitute with regular unsalted butter if needed.
  • 4 cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free all-purpose flour can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Omit if you prefer a less sweet bread.
  • 2 tablespoons Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt (Sea or Himalayan) Other salts work too, but adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider fresh minced garlic for a more intense flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted if desired.
  • 1.5 cups Irish Cheddar (Shredded) Substitute with sharp cheddar if you like.
  • 12 ounces Irish Beer Feel free to use your preferred beer, lighter beers will give a milder taste.
For the Garlic Butter Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melt to mix with the other topping ingredients.
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Fresh adds color and a pop of flavor; dried parsley can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic works well too!
  • 1 pinch Salt Perfect for rounding out the flavors in the topping.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Pastry brush
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted Irish butter and coat the inside of a 9x5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of fine salt, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Whisk together until fully blended.
  4. Fold in 1 ½ cups of shredded Irish cheddar cheese until well distributed.
  5. Create a well in the dry mixture and pour in 12 ounces of your chosen Irish beer. Stir gently until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula.
  7. Drizzle the remaining melted butter (about 2 tablespoons) over the top of the batter.
  8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and a pinch of salt for the topping.
  10. Brush the garlic butter topping generously over the warm loaf once baked.
  11. Cool the bread in the pan for about 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain texture. Fresh ingredients matter for optimal results. Brush with melted butter for the best crust.

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