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5 Ingredient Beer Bread…and that includes the salt.
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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 that it’s embarrassingly easy. It requires one bowl, five minutes of prep time (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 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
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!
Nutrition
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I’ve been making this for years. I actually roll in some freshly shredded sharp cheddar! Adds a nice kick.
Hi Alexandra,
Wonderful!! Love to hear this recipe was a winner, thanks for making it and your feedback! Happy Holidays! XxT
Can you use something else besides beer?
Hey Liz,
Sure, sparkling cider also works nicely. Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Hi! Can you freeze the leftovers?
Hi Veronica,
You bet, that will work nicely for you! Have a great week! xT
I had no idea making delicious bread could be this easy. This was amazing and delicious. Got a compliments on it.
Hey Sarah,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe and your comment, I’m so glad it turned out well for you! xx
I am making this right now and, used Guinness for one and bourbon barrel-aged stout in the other. Can’t wait to see how it turns out.
Update: Both loaves turned out very good, flavorful and, airy. Wow.
Thanks so much, Kathryn! I hope they are delicious! Happy Thanksgiving! xx
Do you think this bread could be made into rolls instead of a loaf?
Hi Rebecca,
So sorry, I would not recommend that for this recipe. Please let me know if I can help in any other way! xx
I made this with Spotted Cow and the bread has zero taste.
What has anyone else used?
Hi KJ,
Thanks for trying this recipe and sharing your feedback, sorry to hear it was not enjoyed. I’ve used everything from modelo to a yummy pumpkin beer:) xx
This bread is amazing. It’s the easiest bread ever. And every time I serve it, someone asks for the recipe. So so good.
Hey Jennifer,
Happy Sunday!! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe, thank you so much for making it and your feedback! xx
When do I add the butter?
Hi Diana,
The butter is added in step 2. Please let me know if you have any other questions! xx
This bread was so good….and easy to make!!! My family loved it! We had it with meatloaf but it would be a perfect accompaniment to so many dishes!! We will definitely be having it often!
Hi Sandra,
Amazing!! I’m so glad you enjoyed this bread, it’s a family fave over here as well! Thanks for giving it a try! xx
Anyone else have beer bread in the oven at 4 AM?! This stuff is unbelievable! Loving it with soup or by itself! I was always afraid to make bread and do something wrong with the yeast and temp. This takes that away and gives you the courage to try anything! Share this with friends at the holidays and they will think you’re a pro!
Thanks Tieghan!
Yay!! So glad to hear this, Christine! Thanks so much for making this recipe and your comment! xx
Would like to try, but wish you had the metric equivalent tab for this recipe.
Hi Steven,
I would just use your favorite metric conversion calculator to input the ingredients. I hope you love this recipe! xT
I made this bread yesterday for the first time! Wow, a winner for sure. It will be on repeat for sure!
Hey Nancy,
Awesome!! So glad to hear this recipe was enjoyed. I appreciate you giving it a try and your feedback! Have the best day! XxT
Love this recipe! Easy and delish. Is it as good if you sub for whole wheat flour?
Hey Maisy,
Happy Weekend!🍁 I’m so glad this recipe turned out nicely for you, thanks a bunch for making it! Sure, whole wheat flour will work well for you! xXT
Easy and delicious! Everyone loves it!
Hey there,
Happy Halloween! 🎃 Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe and your comment! Love to hear it was a winner! XxT
Killer bread!!!
Thanks so much, Kim! So glad to hear this recipe turned out well for you! I appreciate you giving it a try! 🎃 xXT