Beer and Cheese Bread 🍺🧀
Description:
This Beer and Cheese Bread rises beautifully with a rich, malty flavor thanks to the beer you choose—dark beer works wonderfully! It pairs perfectly with soups or stews, and it tastes divine when toasted.
Ingredients 📝
- 3 cups bread flour 🍞
- 1 tablespoon sugar 🍬
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter 🧈
- 1 cup beer (preferably dark) 🍺
- 10 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 🧀
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 🧀
Instructions 🥖
| Steps | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Warm the beer and cheese: Gently warm the beer and cheese over low heat on the stove or in the microwave. The cheese doesn’t need to melt completely. |
| 2 | Prepare the bread machine: Pour the warm beer and cheese mixture into your bread machine pan. Add the butter as well. |
| 3 | Add dry ingredients: Add the bread flour and sugar to the pan. Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the yeast. |
| 4 | Sprinkle salt: Sprinkle the salt around the edges of the flour, away from the yeast to ensure even mixing. |
| 5 | Select settings: Set your bread machine to a 2-pound loaf, white bread setting. Remember to check your machine’s manual for the recommended order of ingredients. |
| 6 | Let it bake: Start the bread machine and let it do its magic. Once the bread is baked, let it cool almost completely before slicing. |
Nutritional Information 🍽️
- Calories: 2573.7 kcal
- Fat Content: 89.8 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 54.9 g
- Cholesterol Content: 257 mg
- Sodium Content: 4963.7 mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 314.6 g
- Fiber Content: 12.1 g
- Sugar Content: 14.8 g
- Protein Content: 100.9 g
Tips and Tricks 🌟
- Cheese Choices: Experiment with different cheeses to suit your taste. A smoky cheese or a spicy pepper jack can add a unique twist.
- Beer Selection: The type of beer you use will influence the flavor. A dark beer adds a rich, malty flavor, while a light beer will give a subtler taste.
- Toast It: For an extra treat, slice and toast the bread. It’s fantastic with a spread of butter or paired with your favorite soup or stew.
- Bread Machine Tips: Every bread machine is slightly different. Ensure you follow the order of ingredients recommended by your machine’s manufacturer for the best results.
Enjoy! 😋
Whether it’s for a cozy dinner or a comforting snack, this Beer and Cheese Bread will surely become a favorite in your household. Its savory, cheesy goodness combined with the subtle malty notes of the beer makes it a delightful addition to any meal. Happy baking! 🍞🧀🍺
