Bikies Bread Au Beer Bread Recipe

Discover the delightful world of Bikies Beer Bread! This easy Aussie recipe offers multiple flavor variations, from classic plain beer bread to exciting additions like bacon & cheese, sunflower & chive, or a fruity twist with cranberries, sultanas, and walnuts. Perfect for beginner bakers, this recipe is quick, delicious, and incredibly versatile. Get ready to bake up a taste of Australia!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 184.5 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bikies Bread Au Beer Bread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Bikies Bread Au Beer Bread

  • Self Rising Flour
  • Whole Wheat Flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Beer
  • Cheese

How to Make Bikies Bread Au Beer Bread

  1. **Basic Bread:** Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 cups beer (any kind works!). Mix until just combined. Don't overmix.
  3. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  5. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional, omit for fruity variation).
  6. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. **Sunflower & Chive Variation:** Follow steps 1-3. Add 1/4 cup sunflower seeds and 1 tablespoon dried chives to the batter before pouring into the pan. Proceed with steps 4-6.
  8. **Bacon & Cheese Variation:** Cook 3 slices of bacon until crispy. Crumble. Follow steps 1-3. Add 2 slices of crumbled bacon and 1/8 cup shredded cheddar cheese to the batter. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 1 slice crumbled bacon and 1/8 cup shredded cheddar on top. Proceed with step 6.
  9. **Fruity Variation:** Follow steps 1-3. Add 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped sultanas, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/4 cup flax seeds, and 2-4 tablespoons orange juice (add 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached). Omit cheese. Proceed with step 6.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

2g

Carbs

11g