Beer Cheese Bread

There is really nothing better than a loaf of homemade bread. Paired with soup or just smeared with butter, there’s no going wrong. While I love a sourdough and other traditional breads, there’s something to be said for the simple quick bread doughs that require little more than mixing ingredients together and popping the loaf pan in the oven. This delicious Beer Cheese Bread is exactly that. It takes mere minutes to whip up and it’s absolutely packed with flavor. Let’s get into how it’s made!

The great thing about this recipe is that you likely have all the ingredients on hand. You’ll start with the basics of flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix until fully combined and then comes the flavor! Pour in your favorite 12 ounce beer, a handful of chopped chives, and just over a cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir it all together until no dry spots remain and transfer the dough to a greased bread pan. No kneading necessary!

Bake the loaf for about 40 minutes or until it’s perfectly golden on top and cooked through the center. I know the bread smells absolutely heavenly at this point, but it’s best to allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing into it. Once cooled, slice into hearty pieces and serve it alongside your favorite soup, pasta, or as a satisfying snack. Give this easy Beer Cheese Bread a try and it’s bound to become a new fav in your recipe collection.

Yield(s): Makes 1 loaf

10m prep time

40m cook time

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing pan
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 12 oz light beer, pilsner or lager
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with 1 tablespoon butter, then set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. Add shredded cheese and chives and stir to combine.
  3. Pour the full beer over the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and drizzle melted butter over top.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow loaf to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
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