Description
Irish Ale and Cheddar Bread is a deliciously moist quick bread that brings the rich flavors of Ireland straight to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe combines the sharpness of Irish cheddar with the depth of hearty Irish ale, resulting in a loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it alongside your favorite soup, using it as a base for sandwiches, or enjoying it warm with a pat of butter, this bread is sure to impress. In just about 70 minutes, you can create a savory treat that will delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 4 ounces shredded Irish cheddar
- 12 ounces Irish beer (like Killian's Irish Red)
- 3 tablespoons melted unsalted Irish butter
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon fine salt (sea salt or Himalayan)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch baking pan with melted butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Fold in the shredded Irish cheddar until evenly mixed.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter and beer until well blended.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 248mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg