Ingredients

3 cups flour
3 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white sugar
1/3 cup molasses
12 ounces of guinness beer ( or similar stout beer )
1/4 cup butter , melted
nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup craisins ( optional )
1/2 cup raisins ( optional )
1/2 cup walnuts nuts ( optional )
1/2 cup dates , chopped ( optional )
Stout (beer) bread is a hearty and flavorful bread made with stout beer, whole-grain flour, and molasses. It has a slightly sweet taste and can be customized with additional ingredients such as craisins, raisins, walnuts, or dates. This bread is perfect for pairing with soups, stews, and chili, and is a great option for those who want to try a unique twist on traditional bread.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease a 9-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3.Stir in the white sugar, molasses, and beer until just combined.
4.Fold in the melted butter and any optional ingredients, such as craisins, raisins, walnuts, or dates.
5.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
6.Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing and slicing.

PROS

Stout (beer) bread is a unique and flavorful twist on traditional bread, with a hearty texture and a slightly sweet taste.

It is easy to make and can be customized with additional ingredients.

This bread also has the added benefit of being made with whole-grain flour from the wheat used in beer production.

CONS

While this bread is delicious and hearty, it should be enjoyed in moderation as it is high in calories and carbohydrates.

The molasses and optional ingredients can also add to the sugar content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Stout (beer) bread is made with whole-grain flour, which provides fiber and nutrients such as iron and B vitamins.
It also contains antioxidants and phytonutrients from the beer used in the recipe.

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