This strawberry beer bread with fresh basil is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The juicy strawberries add a burst of freshness while the aromatic basil brings a unique twist to the classic beer bread recipe. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 12 oz of beer (choose a light, crisp beer)
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Stir in the beer until just combined, then gently fold in the strawberries and basil.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Pour the melted butter over the top of the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing and slicing.
