Beer Bread
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
9 slices
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Calories
249 kcal
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Course
Bread
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Cuisine
International
Beer Bread
Description
The Beer Bread recipe combines self-raising flour and sugar with beer and melted butter to produce a dense but tender loaf without requiring yeast or rising time. The beer adds flavor and carbonation, helping the bread rise and contributing a slightly malty note. The dough is mixed until smooth, then baked in a greased loaf pan with a drizzle of butter on top to encourage a rich crust.
The resulting bread has a golden crust and a moist interior, textured by the self-raising flour and beer bubbles. It does not involve kneading or proofing, simplifying the process for home bakers who want quick homemade bread with minimal ingredients.
It is commonly served sliced with sweet preserves or jam, making it suitable as a breakfast item, snack, or accompaniment to savory dishes. Cooling fully before slicing ensures the crumb firms up properly.
The recipe suggests a baking time of 45 to 50 minutes and advises checking doneness with a cake tester. The loaf is allowed to sit for a short rest before removing from the pan.
Use self-raising flour to ensure proper rise without added yeast.Butter on top enhances browning and gives a richer crust.Cool the bread completely before slicing to avoid crumb compression.Baking times may vary; test with a clean skewer or cake tester.
Ingredients
- 3 cups self-raising flour
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 5 tablespoons butter melted, divided
- 1 1/2 cups beer
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9" x 5" (23cm x 12cm) loaf pan. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, and beer, stirring until smooth—don’t worry if there are some small lumps.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Bake the bread for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before turning it out onto a cooling rack. Wait until the bread cools completely before slicing. Serve it with your favorite preserves or jam.
Notes
- Use self-raising flour to ensure proper rise without added yeast.
- Butter on top enhances browning and gives a richer crust.
- Cool the bread completely before slicing to avoid crumb compression.
- Baking times may vary; test with a clean skewer or cake tester.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 9slices | |
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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