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Parmesan Beer Fantails

Published: Feb 24, 2023 by Jenn · This post may contain affiliate links

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Parmesan Beer Bread Fantail Muffins Recipe served with pilsner beer

When Beer Bread and Cheese combine to make a fun zingy muffin, what’s not to love?! I mean we all like a cold beer with a slice of pizza right?

For these Beer Bread Muffins I used a Pilsner Beer to enhance the overall flavors. Fresh Parsley and Garlic Powder for a balanced nutty flavor. Parmesan pairs nicely with asiago for cheese breads, creating an overall pizza like experience. These are almost like having garlic cheese knots, but with a softer texture.

Beer Bread Recipe made with Parmesan and Asiago Cheeses

What is a Pilsner? Why Are You Baking Bread With Beer?

Pilsner is a lager beer with a strong hop flavor. Beer amplifies the toasty flavor of savory breads and adds moisture, and creates a more delicate crumb.  Due to its natural leavening agents, beer can shorten the proof time in yeast breads.

Beer Bread Fantail Muffins served with pilsner beer

What you need for Parmesan Beer Bread Fantail Muffins:

  • 12 cup muffin tin
  • Fresh Mozzarella and Asiago Cheese
  • Fresh Parsley
  • One cup of Pilsner Beer at room temperature

Try making these muffins for a weekend brunch or afternoon snack!

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*This recipe was inspired by Bake From Scratch magazine’s Parmesan-Gouda Fantails, originally created by Marian Cooper Cairns. I made a few adjustments using parmesan and asiago cheeses with garlic powder.

Beer Bread Recipe made with Parmesan and Asiago Cheeses

Parmesan Beer Bread Fantail Muffins

Parmesan Beer Bread Muffins made with pilsner, parmesan, mozzarella, parsley, and garlic in a fun fantail shape. Flavorful savory bread recipe!
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Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 24 minutes
Proofing Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 39 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 232kcal
Author: Jenn

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup (240 g) Pilsner Beer at room temperature, divided
  • 1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp Active Dry Yeast
  • 6 Tbsp Unsalted Butter melted and cooled
  • 3 cups (375 g) All Purpose Flour, sifted
  • 1 cup (125 g) grated fresh Parmesan Cheese, divided
  • ½ cup (60 g) grated fresh Asiago Cheese, divided
  • ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
  • 3 Tbsp finely chopped fresh Parsley
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt

Butter Drizzle:

  • 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • ⅛ tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh Parsley

Instructions

  • Pour ¼ cup (60 g) of beer into a microwave safe bowl for 10 seconds. Temp should be between 105F/40C to 110F/43C, any warmer and it will kill the active yeast.
  • Mix in sugar and yeast, stirring gently with a wooden spoon.
  • Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  • Add melted butter and remaining ¾ cup (180 g) of beer. Gently stir to combine.
  • Using bowl of stand mixer with paddle attachment, work 2 cups (250 g) of the flour, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and salt together at medium speed.
  • Pour in yeast mixture slowly, continuing at medium speed.
  • Dough should start to form and grip the paddle attachment.
  • Slowly spoon in remaining flour until dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set in a warm draft free place to proof, about 45 min.
  • Prepare a 12-cup muffin pan with baking spray.
  • Place dough on a lightly floured surface. Punch down excess air.
  • Divide into two equal portions.
  • Roll first half into a 12 in by 12 in square. Sprinkle with ¼ cup (30 g) Asiago cheese and gently press with fingertips into the dough.
  • Using a bench scraper or sharp knife cut into 6 even strips.
  • Stack the strips evenly onto one another.
  • Then, cut short length into 6 equal pieces.
  • Place each piece sideways into the center of the muffin tray cups.
  • Repeat with second half of dough.
  • Gently separate the top half of the layers to create a fantail.
  • Loosely cover the muffin tray with plastic wrap and set in a warm draft free place to puff for a second proof. This should take an additional 40-45 min.
  • Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
  • Bake muffins until golden brown about 20-24 min.
  • Set muffin tray on cooling rack for 10 minutes before removing each muffin.
  • Meanwhile in a small saucepan, add remaining 2 Tbsp of butter, teaspoon of garlic, and 2 Tbsp of Parsley. On medium low heat, allow butter to melt and cook down parsley.
  • Drizzle warm butter mixture onto muffins.

Notes

Pour an ice cold beer and enjoy your hard work with a delish Beer Bread Fantail Muffin!
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Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal

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