Zucchini Cheese and Beer Bread

Zucchini Cheese and Beer Bread 

 

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated (I prefer Sharp)
• 3/4 cup zucchini, grated
• 3 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) favorite beer (use light beer for a mild flavor
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted (plus more for greasing pan)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium-sized bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated garlic, until well combined.
2. Add cheese, zucchini, and chives. Drizzle honey over the top, and add beer.
3. Stir together, until combined.
4. Butter a 9″x5″x3″ loaf pan. Add batter, and spread evenly. Brush 3 tablespoons of melted butter over the top.
5. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 55-70 minutes, until golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
6. Allow zucchini bread to cool completely in the pan. Run a knife along the edge of pan to release