Ingredients and Weight: - Guinness stout, 1 pint (16 oz) - All-purpose flour, 2 cups (250g) - Baking soda, 1 teaspoon - Baking powder, 1 teaspoon - Salt, 1/2 teaspoon - Dark brown sugar, 1 cup (200g) - Butter, softened, 1/2 cup (113g) - Eggs, 2 large - Raisins, 1 cup (150g) - Pecans, chopped, 1/2 cup (60g) - Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time: - 15 minutes
Cooking Time: - 60-70 minutes
Difficulty Level: - 2/5 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Guinness, brown sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. 4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. 5. Fold in the raisins and pecans. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: - Serving size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf) - Calories: 250 - Fat: 9g - Saturated fat: 5g - Carbohydrates: 40g - Sugar: 25g - Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics: - Moist and flavorful - Dense and chewy texture - Rich Guinness flavor - Studded with raisins and pecans - Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack
User Comments: - "This bread is absolutely delicious! The Guinness flavor is perfect, and the raisins and pecans add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch." - "I made this bread for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture." - "I'm not usually a fan of Guinness, but I really enjoyed this bread. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering." - "This is the perfect bread to pair with a bowl of soup or chili." - "I love that this bread is so easy to make. It's a great way to use up leftover Guinness."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough bread. - To make the bread gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend. - To make the bread dairy-free, use dairy-free butter and milk. - If you don't have pecans, you can substitute walnuts or almonds. - Guinness bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.