Honey ’n Mead Dutch Oven Bread

Indulge in the unique flavors of Honey-Infused Mead Dutch Oven Bread, a warm, aromatic loaf combining the sweetness of honey and rich spices. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, each slice offers a delightful hint of mead, elevating your tasting experience. Enjoy warm, slathered with butter or cream cheese for a cozy treat.
ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup mead
- 1 cup honey
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Whisk well to aerate.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and mead until smooth.
- 4.
Stir in the honey until fully incorporated.
- 5.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 6.
Grease a Dutch oven with cooking spray or butter.
- 7.
Pour the batter into the prepared Dutch oven, spreading it evenly.
- 8.
Cover with the lid and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9.
Allow the bread to cool in the Dutch oven for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.