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Beer Bread made with just 6 ingredients and no yeast is quick and easy to make! It’s fluffy on the inside with a crispy, buttery top that’s so good that you’ll be wondering where this bread has been all your life. This is sure to become your go-to bread recipe that’s perfect for any meal.
Serve this delicious bread with Crock Pot Beef Roast and Scalloped Potatoes for a meat and potatoes meal that everyone will love!
What Makes Beer Bread Unique
Beer bread has a distinctive charm that sets it apart from other loaves. With the magic of self-rising flour and a trusty homemade beer bread recipe, you’re on your way to creating the best beer bread out there.
What makes it even more special? It’s how beer acts not just as a flavor enhancer but also plays a pivotal role in the bread’s texture and rise.
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What You’ll Need To Make Beer Bread?
This bread is made in just three easy steps. Measure, stir, and bake; that’s it. Not only is it easy to whip up, but it’s also made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Here’s what you’ll need:
- All-purpose Flour
- Sugar
- Salt
- Baking Powder
- Beer
- Butter
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How To Make This Easy Beer Bread Recipe
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat a loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Add flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Whisk together. Pour in beer and using a wooden spoon, mix to combine all ingredients.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle butter over dough.
- Bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes. Remove from the oven, let rest in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and serve.
What Is The Best Beer For This Bread Recipe
- Lighter Beers (Lagers, Pilsners, Wheat Beers): These are often chosen for a more neutral flavor. They’ll give the bread a mild beer taste, making them a safe bet if you’re serving the bread to a mixed audience or are unsure of what flavor you want.
- Ales & IPAs: These can impart a richer flavor with some hints of bitterness due to their hop content. If you like bread with a more pronounced beer taste, these might be your choice.
- Stouts & Porters: These darker beers can add depth with notes of coffee, chocolate, or caramel. A chocolate stout, for instance, can be great if you’re looking to make a sweet beer bread variation.
How Can I Make This Recipe My Own?
Beer bread serves as a wonderful canvas for culinary creativity, allowing bakers to infuse it with flavors that reflect their unique tastes. Drizzling melted butter or honey on top can give the bread a rich, golden crust.
For those who love a savory punch, adding cheddar, chilies, or bacon can transform the simple loaf into a mouth-watering treat. Herbs such as rosemary, thyme or other dried herbs can introduce aromatic flavors.
Commonly Asked Questions
To store beer bread and maintain its freshness, first ensure it has completely cooled. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it moist and fresh. To freeze, wrap the loaf or slices in plastic wrap, place them in a freezer bag, and store in the freezer for up to three months.
Beer in beer bread plays an important role in elevating the bread’s character and flavor. The carbon dioxide in beer acts as a natural leavening agent, helping the bread rise without the need for additional ingredients.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup sugar
- 12 ounces beer – I used a light beer
- ½ cup butter – melted
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat a loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, add flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together. Pour in beer and using a wooden spoon, mix to combine all ingredients.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle butter over dough.
- Bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes. Remove from the oven, let rest in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and serve.
Notes
- To store beer bread and maintain its freshness, first ensure it has completely cooled. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it moist and fresh. To freeze, wrap the loaf or slices in plastic wrap, place them in a freezer bag, and store in the freezer for up to three months.
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Very easy to put together! Want to experiment with adding herbs and nuts!
So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the outstanding rating.
~Donya
This is such a good recipe. I made mine with 2 cups of flour and 1 cup of dark rye because I had it on hand and a little healthier. . Super tasty and a really good texture.
It was soooo delicious and buttery! It was a little crumbly when slicing it, but otherwise it was great.
Hey there Ava!
I am thrilled to hear that you enjoyed this quick and easy bread recipe, it’s a favorite in my house as well! Since you enjoyed this bread, you should check out my Zucchini Cheese Quick Bread recipe, it’s just as simple to make and the flavors are outstanding, I’d love to hear what you think if you give it a try. Thank you so much for your sweet words and your terrific rating, I really appreciate all your support!
~Donya
I made it last night to accompany chicken pasole soup. It was fantastic! My husband raved about it. Next time I will add cheddar cheese and jalapenos to spice it up a notch, but great as is.
Hey there Pam!
Wow! I am thrilled to hear that y’all enjoyed this recipe, it sounds like you made a fantastic meal! You’ve definitely got the right idea, adding cheddar and jalapenos to this bread would totally take it to the next level. Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate your support!
~Donya
This will be my first attempt and I do plan on adding cheese and jalapenos
Awesome tasting bread. This was a huge hit with the crew I cooked for at our hunting camp
Hey there Tammy!
Yayyy! I am so happy to hear everyone enjoyed this recipe! I’ve been making this Beer Bread for years now and it’s become a staple in my house, makes a perfect snack. Thank you so much for your phenomenal rating and your words of support, I hope you have a great day!
~Donya
I do not like the smell nor taste of beer. How much of the beer can you taste in this bread?
Thank you!
Hey Veronica.
The smell of the beer cooks out but there will be a slight taste of it left. It’s almost indiscernible.
I hope you’ll give it a try.
Have a great day,
~Donya
Is there a way to make this recipe with less sodium? Could I omit or lower the amount of salt without compromising this beautiful bread? My Mom has congestive heart failure but I wanted to try to adapt this so she could still eat it. 😃
Can not go wrong with this recipe.I make it 2 or 3 times a week.Makes a great easy gift for friends and neighbors.Have made it with raisins,sprinkle cinnamon on top,use the butter in mix..Thanks so much for posting
WOW! Thanks, Gary.
You have made my day. Thank you for taking the time to share.
Have a wonderful day,
~Donya
Instead of butter on top u mix it in is that what your saying ?
Hey there Linda!
Thank you so much for your interest in this recipe, I really hope you enjoy! The butter in this recipe is melted and then drizzled over the top of the prepared dough, this give the bread a deliciously buttery texture. I hope this is helpful, let me know how everything turns out if you give it a try!
~Donya
Oh my goodness, this bread is delicious!! It was super simple, I had all necessary ingredients on hand and it only needed one bowl. I wanted a more savory bread, so I decided to take your suggestion and experiment with herbs and cheddar; 2 tsp of an Italian herb mix and a heaping cup of shredded cheddar (right out of the bag). I could hardly wait for it too cool enough to cut. You were right, slathered with butter it is a decadent treat for us bread lovers. The top crust is beautiful, all golden brown with crevices….this bread not only tastes great is it very attractive. I will add that my batter had to be more “plopped” into the pan than poured, but it seems to have come out perfect. Thanks so much for posting the recipe.