Get ready to revolutionize your baking game with the most incredibly easy and mouthwatering bread recipe you'll ever encounter! Imagine a bread so rich, flavorful, and aromatic that it transforms your kitchen into a gourmet bakery in just one hour. This Cheddar Dill Beer Bread isn't just a recipe; it's a culinary adventure that combines the tangy sharpness of cheddar, the fresh herbaceous notes of dill, and the robust character of beer into a single, irresistible loaf that will have everyone begging for your secret.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 bottle (12 oz) beer
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well mixed.
- Add the 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill to the flour mixture. Stir gently to distribute the cheese and dill evenly throughout the dry ingredients.
- Slowly pour in the 12 oz bottle of beer into the dry mixture. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently fold the beer into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Once the batter is combined, transfer it to the prepared loaf pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly in the pan.
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- After the bread has cooled for a bit, slice and serve it warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious Cheddar Dill Beer Bread!
Tips
- Choose your beer wisely: A medium-bodied beer like a lager or pale ale works best. Avoid dark or heavy stouts which can make the bread too dense.
- Don't overmix the batter - lumps are your friend! Overmixing can lead to a tough, chewy bread instead of a tender crumb.
- Use freshly grated cheddar cheese for the most intense flavor. Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can affect texture.
- For an extra golden top, brush the bread with melted butter right before the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Let the bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing to help it set and make cutting easier.
- Store the bread wrapped in foil at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
