Beer Cheese Bread

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.