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5 Ingredient Beer Bread…and that includes the salt.
I was never, ever, planning on posting this bread and not because it’s not amazingly delicious.
Because I promise you, this bread will rock your world. So much so that you may be making it once a week from here on out. It’s just that good and by far the easiest thing I make. Without a doubt.
The only reason I was not going to post this recipe is because it’s embarrassingly easy. One bowl, five-minute prep – tops (seriously tops), and five ingredients that I honestly think most everyone always has on hand.
Flour, baking powder, honey, salt, and beer.
That’s it you guys. And as I already said, it’s honestly one of the best loaves of bread you’ll ever have.
Today is the day I’m giving in and showing you guys one of my most requested recipes.
I’m not lying, I make a lot of food (A LOT). Actually, I make so much food that typically we have two or three freshly baked desserts lying around on any given day. You’d think I would give them away, but I can’t. By the time I’m done shooting them, and by the time my family has gotten their hands on the treats, it looks like an animal got to them.
In all fairness, I do a number on them while photographing, but my family kind of destroys them. Some people pick off their favorite parts first. Some people go straight for the middle. And some people dump the containers upside down, shake em side to side and do a little dance well they’re at it.
My mom actually asked me if I had anything for her to take to this “thing” she had last night. I was like, seriously…sure, if you want to take the bars and that cake…that looks like animals got to it. Yeah, she passed. So I quickly whipped her up a batch of this beer bread. So easy and such a crowd pleaser!
This bread is practically a staple on our dinner table. I mean, we’re having it again tonight.
It’s good enough that I make it when we have people over, bring it with me if we ever actually go anywhere (which is never, but I would) and have even made it on Thanksgiving and Christmas. People love this bread, love, love, love it.
It actually still amazes me how much people love it and how incredibly easy it is. It’s just plain bizarre.
If you are scared of homemade bread, this is the bread to make. You can’t mess it up. Ok, well I’m sure if you added way too much baking powder, dumped in tablespoons of salt, or maybe accidentally grabbed the powdered sugar instead of the flour. Yeah, in that case, I think it would be bad.
But I don’t think that’s going to happen.
I like this bread paired best with homemade chili or gumbo. But it’s also great as a side with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or even leftover for breakfast. I am telling you, this is your new favorite bread. Trust me!
Oh, and DON’T skimp on the butter, it’s a must!
5 Ingredient Beer Bread
Servings: 1 loaf
Calories Per Serving: 2656 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- kosher salt
- 1 (12 ounce) beer (use your favorite) (use your favorite, I love a pumpkin beer)
- 1/4 cup honey (or brown sugar, but honey is best)
- 6 tablespoons cold salted butter, sliced into 8 slices
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 9×5 loaf pan with butter.2. Add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to a mixing bowl. Pour in the beer and add the honey. Mix until just combined. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Arrange the butter slices on top.3. Place the loaf pan on a rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until the top of the bread is lightly browned. Sliced and enjoy warm!
Lastly, if you make this 5 Ingredient Beer Bread, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Can this be made gluten free?
Hi April,
Yes, you can use an equal amount of gluten free flour. Please let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love this recipe! xx
A must have everytime I make chili. So easy and delish
Thanks so much Kristen!!
Try Guinness beer, and 1 T. Molasses added to the recipe. Omgosh! Bingo! Yummy!
Hey Kym,
Perfect!! I am delighted to hear that this recipe turned out well for you and thanks so much for trying it out! xx
Hi! Can you FREEZE this bread for later and if so, what is the best method for wrapping/freezing? Thank you! 🙂 (PS – I have loved every recipe of yours that I have tried!)
Hey Lori,
Sure, I don’t see why not, I would just keep in an airtight container. Please let me know if you have any other questions! xx
I always freeze leftovers, already Sliced and pop in the toaster oven frozen.. so yum
Kicking myself for not having tried this sooner! I topped my loaf with flaky sea salt before baking and it was pure perfection. For anyone trying to bake for someone who’s vegan or can’t do dairy, the nature balance vegan spread worked just as well (and I greased my ceramic loaf pan with olive oil).
I used to bake my own bread to not waste $ on grocery stores and slowly stopped because it was a time commitment… now I have no excuse, it was TOO easy! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Hey Dalia,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks so much for giving this recipe a try and your comment, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! xT
Hi – have made this beer bread twice and it continues to get better and better! Added 2 tablespoons dried chives and 1cup white English cheddar cheese. Outstanding!
Thanks so much for sharing Dianne!
I was so excited to try this recipe tonight. The flavor is amazing, and it was extra delicious warm from the oven. It was a little denser than I think it was supposed to be, but it was fully cooked. Your pictures look to have more air in the loaf. Any idea on what I may have messed up? Thank you for the recipe!
Hey Hannah,
Thanks for giving this recipe a try! This is definitely a dense bread, so I don’t think you did anything wrong! xx
This was wonderful. I make a lot of bread and the texture and taste is a great addition to the repertoire. Any idea how it would work with whole wheat flour?
Love this bread!! Easy & quick. Made it again tonight as needed something with our homemade soup. Used a strawberry 🍓 beer that has been sitting in the fridge that no one wanted. Gave the bread a little sweetness! Everyone loved it. Thanks for this recipe!
Hey Mari,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks so much for giving this recipe a try and your comment, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! xT
Hey Ali,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks so much for giving this recipe a try and your comment, so glad to hear it was enjoyed! I’m sure you could use an equal amount of whole wheat flour:) xT
I can only say – WOW! This is absolutely delicious bread. I’ve made it several times and each time it’s better.
Thank you Tiegan for another great “oldie but Goody” recipe!
Hey Mary,
Happy Friday!!⛄️❄️ I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT
Does it need to be beer or can I use any carbonated alcohol beverage? I have a family member that’s gluten-free. I would try it with gf flour and a seltzer if that would work.
Hey Linda,
I think beer works the best, but you could try a seltzer, hard cider would also work well for you too! xx
This bread is sooo delicious as is! Super easy to mix together – don’t be scared – make this bread! Last night I made it alongside turkey veggie chili. Since I had a variety of toppings out for the chili, I tossed into the dough a handful of cheddar cheese, 1 chopped jalapeño, and 3 chopped scallions. Was yummmm!
Hey Wendy,
Happy Thursday! So glad to hear that you enjoyed this recipe and thanks so much for making it! xT
This is my go-to bread to have with soup! However, any idea on if I can sub at least some of the all purpose flour with whole wheat to make it slightly healthier?
Hey Tanisha,
So glad to hear you have been enjoying this recipe! I don’t see why using an equal amount of whole wheat flour wouldn’t work for you! xx
So you have any Intel on whether mix-ins would work with this recipe? Was thinking cheddar and scallions….and maybe bacon?
Hey Pamela,
I’ve never tried that, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for you! Let me know if you give it a try! xx
I think it was great and very easy. My only comment is that it needed some salt. I don’t think a pinch was enough.
Hey Susan,
Wonderful!! I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you and thanks so much for trying it out! xx
Hey! I’m wondering if you’ve ever experimented with this using sourdough discard?
Hi Jessica,
Sorry I haven’t, this isn’t the type of bread that would need the sourdough discard. Let me know if you give it a try! xT
This is by far the best bread out there! Warm out of the oven with a bit of butter – delish and oh so simple. Thanks Tieghan!
Hey Barbara,
Happy Monday!!⛄️ Thanks so much for making this recipe and sharing your feedback, I love to hear that it turned out well for you! xT
Can I stir this recipe or do I have to use a mixer? Under a kitchen renvoation and can’t find the mixer but want to make it! Thanks!
Hi Jackie,
I simply mix this with a spoon:) Let me know if you have any other questions! xx
Can you make this in an automatic bread machine?
Hi Lori,
I wouldn’t recommend that, this isn’t that kind of bread and really is made so simply! Let me know if I can help in any other way! xx