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Beer bread. Need I say more? My first taste of beer bread took place at a Tastefully Simple party. We've all been to those Tastefully Simple parties, right? The moist, flavorful cubes of bread they ask you to dip in absolutely everything. Magically, that beer bread makes everything taste glorious and therefore, you empty your wallet right there at the party. I'm a sucker for their bread, but once you become addicted, it becomes expensive. So, what's a girl to do, but try and make her own.
The type of beer or carbonated beverage you use is up to you. Feel free to experiment with different kinds until you find one that's to your taste. If you want a stronger beer flavor, use a heavier beer. If you want something more subtle, choose a light beer or add Sprite to make the taste even more crisp.
Beer Bread
Ingredients
- 12 oz. can of beer or soda
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- 3 cups flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup melted butter (to brush on top of loaf while baking)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
- Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly pour the beer in and mix. The dough will seem sticky and that's ok. Transfer the dough to the loaf pan and let it sit for about 30 minutes.
- Bake in the 375-degree oven for 45-50 minutes, brushing with melted butter halfway through the cooking time. Bake until the top is brown and crunchy and the center is soft.
Notes
- Beer Selection: Experiment with different types of beer to vary the flavor of your beer bread. Lighter beers like lagers or pale ales will impart a milder flavor, while darker beers such as stouts or porters will add a richer, more complex taste. Consider using flavored or seasonal beers for a unique twist on traditional beer bread.
- Resting Time: Allowing the dough to rest in the loaf pan for about 30 minutes before baking helps it to rise slightly and develop a better texture. This rest period also allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more flavorful bread. Be patient and resist the urge to rush this step for optimal results.
- Butter Brushing: Brushing the loaf with melted butter halfway through the baking time enhances the flavor and helps to create a golden, crispy crust. Ensure the butter is evenly distributed over the surface of the loaf for uniform browning. Adjust the amount of butter according to personal preference for a richer or lighter crust.
barry
Why is there not a printable reciepe on your site?
Sara
This was one of my older posts before I started using recipe cards. You could always copy and paste the ingredients and instructions into a Word doc or email? I've pasted it below:
Ingredients
12 oz. can of beer or soda
1/3 cup white sugar
3 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup melted butter (to brush on top of loaf while baking)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
Grease a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Slowly pour the beer in and mix. The dough will seem sticky and that’s ok. Transfer the dough to the loaf pan and let it sit for about 30 minutes.
Bake in the 375 degree oven for 45-50 minutes, brushing with melted butter halfway through the cooking time. Bake until the top is brown and crunchy and the center is soft.
Erin
Just wanted to let you know I discovered your recipe on Pinterest and made two loaves this weekend. It's perfect! I used Blue Moon's Pumpkin Ale as the beer. One loaf I added 1 cup of cheddar cheese, 2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp dried parsley. The second loaf I added 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice and 1 tsp cinnamon. SO GOOD and so easy.
Sara
Erin, your personal touches to the bread sound WONDERFUL! I, especially love what you did with the first loaf!
Rachel
Your bread looks amazing! Hard to print though. Print button?
Sara
Rachel, I'm so sorry - I don't think that particular post has a real great way to print the recipe out. I switched over to a new blogging platform several months ago and now have the functionality but unfortunately some of my older posts are still just text recipes. Sorry about that but hope you DO try the recipe. Maybe copy it and paste it into an email or Word doc?
Shay
I made it once with a can of coke and some chocolate chips...gah! I had to quit that really quick! Super yummy!! Can't wait to try your version!
Sara
Shay, I've never used coke before, but am definitely willing to give it a try. Sounds like a yummy, chocolate version you'd just eat on it's own. No dip required!
Sara
Hi Tara, wheat flour should work fine! You could try the brown ale. There should still be a bit of carbonation there. Good luck with it and hope it turns out for you! Thanks for stopping by!
Tara Monine
If the beer is slightly flat, will it not turn out properly? I have a mini keg of Bell's Best Brown ale that is no longer at its prime, so I thought I might be able to cook with it. Also, would wheat flour work okay? This recipe look nice and simple. I can't wait to try it.Thanks in advance!
Sara
Hi Cathy, Thanks so much for stopping by. I recently stumbled across Lemon Tree Dwelling and became an immediate fan. Love Saturday Night Fever, too. Have a great Saturday and see you at the link party!
Cathy Trochelman
This looks awesome, Sara! Pinning to try soon 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing at Saturday Night Fever!!
Sara
Hi Andi, The bread is so simple to make - I hope you try out the recipe! Thanks so much for stopping by and saying hi!
Andi Gleeson
This bread looks so perfect, and I love how simple it is to make. Thanks for sharing it with us at Saturday Night Fever!
hippieingeeksclothing
I used to make beer bread all the time! I'd completely forgotten about it until I saw your post. Thanks for sharing; I can't wait to try your recipe.
Sara
I hope you do try it soon and enjoy it! I appreciate you taking the time to comment!
Jodee Weiland
I love beer bread, and your recipe looks great! I have to try this sometime soon.
Sara
I do too, Jodee! And now I make it at home instead of buying the mix like I used to. Thanks so much for stopping by!