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Easy Cheesy Green Beer Bread with Fresh Herbs

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This easy cheesy green beer bread is a quick, no-yeast loaf packed with sharp cheddar, fresh parsley, and chives. It’s perfect for cozy dinners, potlucks, or as a festive side for St. Patrick’s Day, with a golden crust and gooey, flavorful interior.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (12g)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (5g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g) or 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (170g)
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 15g)
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped (about 10g)
  • 12 oz beer (355ml, 1 bottle or can; lager, IPA, stout, or non-alcoholic)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (55g)
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons jalapeños or diced green chilies, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray. Line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (plus garlic powder or Italian seasoning if using).
  3. Stir in shredded cheddar, chopped parsley, and chives until evenly distributed.
  4. Make a well in the center and pour in the beer all at once. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the flour is mostly absorbed. Do not overmix.
  5. Spoon the thick batter into the prepared loaf pan and roughly smooth the top.
  6. Bake in the center of the oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is deep golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
  7. As soon as the loaf comes out, brush the top with melted butter for a crackly, flavorful crust.
  8. Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully (about 1 hour) before slicing.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and gluten-free beer. Dairy-free cheese and butter can be substituted. Don’t overmix the batter for best texture. Try different cheeses or herbs for variety. Bread is best served warm but keeps well for several days; freeze slices for longer storage.

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Keywords: beer bread, cheesy bread, green beer bread, St. Patrick’s Day, quick bread, cheddar bread, herb bread, easy bread, no yeast bread, savory loaf

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