Irish Guinness Brown Bread is a traditional Irish bread infused with the rich flavors of Guinness stout, resulting in a hearty and flavorful loaf. This dense and moist bread is made with a combination of whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and a generous amount of Guinness stout, which adds depth and complexity to its flavor profile. The stout also helps to activate the baking soda, resulting in a light and airy texture. Typically baked in a round loaf, Irish Guinness Brown Bread is enjoyed sliced and served with butter, cheese, or alongside hearty soups and stews. Its robust flavor and rustic texture make it a beloved staple of Irish cuisine, perfect for any occasion.
Irish Guinness Brown Bread
Equipment
- 1 9 x 5 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats (not instant) plus extra for sprinkling
- 2-1/4 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar lightly packed
- 2-1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 (11- to 12-ounce) bottle Guinness extra stout beer at room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted, plus extra for brushing the pan
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Salted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beer, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well. With your fingers, stir the batter from the middle of the bowl to the outside, until it's well mixed. It will look more like cake batter than bread dough.
- Brush a 9 x 5 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan with melted butter. Pour the batter into the pan and sprinkle the top with oats. Put the bread in the oven, immediately turn the temperature down to 400 degrees, and bake for 45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Turn the bread out onto a baking rack and allow to cool completely. Slice and serve with salted butter.
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