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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!
Made this for cousin ladies night with the White Chicken Chili Corn Chowder! Both had rave reviews! Made one with plant based butter and one with regular butter. Both tasted amazing! My first time making bread, but definitely not my last!
Loveee to hear that! Thanks Summer! xT
Tieghan this bread is delicious – buttery crust, rich taste, and it really does go together in 5 minutes. Remarkable.
Made this tonight to go with your crunchy cauliflower/chick pea salad. That was also very well received, even by our 7-year old, who kept stealing baked cauliflower off the platter ($5 flea-market find).
As usual, thank you!
Thank you sooo much for giving the recipe a try! I am so glad you enjoyed it! xT
I made this using a cider and it turned out awesome! I am wondering about non-alcoholic options for those abstaining… any suggestions?
Simple. Easy. Yummy. I made this bread tonight to accompany the White Corn Chili Chowder and both were delicious! I’m already planning on making this during a family vacation. Thank you for the great recipes!
Thank you so much Amy! xT
Very good bread!
Thanks Christy! xT
Delicious and so so easy! I’ll be making it again, maybe try a different beer 😀
Thank you Tracey! xT
AMAZING!
Thank you!! 🙂
Hi Tieghan,
I would like to make your beer bread, but I have a quick question. I usually use the small loaf pans so I can make enough and give some away to friends. Can the recipe be used to make some smaller pans? If you could let me know that would be wonderful.
Trish Morrissey
Hi there! I haven’t ever tried this bread in smaller pans so I can’t say for sure! You could probably make one batch of batter and then divide into 3-4 mini loaves and then top with butter!
Would a gluten free floor work? Husband has celiac.
I haven’t ever tried this recipe with GF flour so I can’t give a good recommendation! So sorry!
Just tried gluten free flour and beer, looks and tastes amazing!
really fancy making this easy bread but wondered if the eye watering calorie count of 2656 is correct
I think that’s for the entire loaf… I did a rough estimation based upon the ingredients
I have made this several times and its fool proof and so good. Really elevates any meal. Question-how would you store this and how long would it last stored? We never have leftovers so I haven’t had to ask this question before LOL
Hi! So glad to hear you’re loving this bread! I would store it covered with foil or plastic wrap, it should be good for about 3-4 days! xT
I have a half full growler of this amazing beer from a local brewery that I waited too long to drink and it went flat, would it be okay to use in this recipe?
Hi Meghan,
Unfortunately, I wouldn’t use that in this recipe, you want the carbonation from the beer to help activate the ingredients:) Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Made this and added chopped jalapeños & shredded cheddar to have with white chicken chili- delicious!
Hi Lynn,
Wonderful!! I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thank you so much for giving it a try! Have a great weekend:) xx
I made this 5 ingredient bread and it was delicious! Could not have been any easier! It’s dense and smells great! We had it with butter and apricot jam for breakfast! Then for dinner we deposited it in salted extra virgin olive oil! Perfect easy fast recipe!!!
Hi Cristina,
Happy Friday!!🫐🍓 I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for your comment and making it! xT
This recipe is a favorite for a quick bread to round out a meal! So good the way the butter melts down the sides and makes the crust is crispy and buttery 🤤
Hi Gigi,
Happy Sunday!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for making it and your feedback!🌼🥑 xx