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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 love this recipe and made it with the pumpkin beer in October. What other beer would you recommend? I made with a West Coast IPA and it was too strong of a flavor. Thanks in advance!
Thanks so much, Diana! Love to hear this recipe was enjoyed, I appreciate you making it!
I’ve used a Modelo and PBR when in a pinch and both work nicely!
How do you store the bread when you get though cooking it.
Hi Sandra,
I store in an airtight container on the counter. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
This bread is incredible and so fast! I will be making it all the time!
Hey Anna,
Wonderful! Big thanks for making this recipe and sharing back. So glad it hit the spot!
Can I make this with non alcoholic beer?
Hey Bethany,
Absolutely, that will be perfectly okay for you to use! I hope you love this recipe!
This is the easiest and most delicious bread I’ve made. Thank you.
Hey Patricia,
I’m grateful you tried this recipe and took the time to comment. Delighted it turned out!
This is the easiest bread I’ve ever made, and so delicious! It was wonderful dipped in your white chicken chili recipe!
Thanks so much, Chelsea! It’s a family fave:)
How long does this bread stay fresh for? Wanting to have it along with one of your chili recipes but won’t have time to make it the day of so am making it the night before if you think that works!
Hey Catarina,
Totally, that will work nicely for you! I usually say to eat this within 5-7 days after making it. I hope you love this recipe!
My favorite new go-to for every event and as many homecooked dinners as possible! I have been making my family beer bread recipe for decades but am replacing with this one. Incredibly delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much, Marlene! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it! Have a great Monday!
Love this recipe! I use Blue Moon beer, and add zest of one orange and a teaspoon or so of chopped fresh rosemary. One of my favorite quick breads for soup nights!
Hey Annaliese,
Happy Sunday! Thanks so much for making this recipe, love to hear it turned out well for you!
Fantastic!
Hey Suzi,
Awesome! Thanks for making this recipe and your feedback, love to hear it was a hit!
Happy New Year!🥂🎆
This was such a hit! So fast & easy I’m adding to my recipe book.
Thank you!
Hey Lovie,
Yay!! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it!
Happy Sunday!
I LOVE THIS RECIPE!!!
Made it like 5 times already! Just curious though, do you think it could be made with any other types of flour to make it a little healthier?
Hey Ellen,
Yay!! Love to hear this recipe turned out well for you, I appreciate you making it!
I have only ever used all purpose flour, but I think you could definitely try another flour of your liking!
Happy Sunday!
This was amazing!
Hey Amy,
Awesome! Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am so glad it turned out nicely for you!
Merry Christmas!🎄🎁
Could u possibly make this a day ahead? Just wondering if it would still be fresh enough if maybe heated it in oven for a few minutes?
Hey Chris,
Totally! This is actually great to slice and pop in the toaster as well! I hope you love this recipe!
This recipe is absolute genius! How did you come up with this?! 🤯 I made it for a football game with chili. I should have made four loaves because it went so fast. Everyone wanted the recipe. Delish!!
Hey Marcia,
Happy Sunday! Thanks for the thoughtful feedback after trying this recipe, I’m happy to hear it was a win!
Just popped it in the oven for Thanksgiving!! So excited to try this today!
Not giving to my 8 month old since there is honey and beer, but I’m really excited to share this with the family!
Thanks so much, Olivia! I hope your family loved this recipe! Happy Holidays!