Cheddar Beer Bread
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Cheddar Beer Bread
Description
Cheddar Beer Bread combines all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt with a generous amount of sharp cheddar cheese and beer, which provides subtle acidity and leavening. The batter is stirred gently and allowed to rest briefly before baking in a buttered and cornmeal-dusted loaf pan, which contributes a pleasant textured base. The baking process develops a golden, slightly crisp crust while keeping the interior moist and cheesy.
The cheddar cheese imparts a savory, tangy note that balances the mild bitterness of the beer. The bread is dense yet soft enough for slicing. The initial baking time creates structure, and a final few minutes with melted butter brushed on top adds color and richness to the crust.
This bread is suited for serving alongside soups or stews, or simply enjoyed warm with butter. Its flavor profile complements robust dishes and makes a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 12 ounces beer , room temperature
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees.
- Butter a 9x5 loaf pan and sprinkle with cornmeal.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and beer in a large bowl.
- Gently fold in shredded cheese.
- Place batter in the pan and let sit 20 minutes.
- Bake for 35 minutes, then brush the butter on top of the bread and bake an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 183IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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