Description: This recipe is for a hearty and flavorful Guinness bread that combines all-purpose and whole wheat flours, rolled oats, brown sugar, and molasses with the famous Irish stout beer to create a dense and delicious bread that’s perfect for toasting and serving with butter or jam.
Preparation time: Approximately 15 minutes
Cooking time: Approximately 50-60 minutes.
Serving size: 1 loaf, which should yield approximately 8-10 slices.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cups Guinness or other stout beer
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Guinness, molasses, and beaten egg.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
This hearty and flavorful bread is perfect for toasting and slathering with butter, or using as a base for sandwiches. Enjoy the rich and malty flavor of Guinness in every bite.