Searching for a approach to make use of that random can of beer hanging out behind the fridge? Remodel it right into a loaf of deliciously-cheesy Beer Bread! Due to the beer, this super-easy fast bread recipe nonetheless delivers on the traditional, yeasty taste of a long-fermented loaf, however comes collectively in a fraction of the time. Better of all, there’s no kneading required.
WHAT IS BEER BREAD?
Beer Bread is a kind of “fast bread” that makes use of the flavour and carbonation in beer to create a fluffy, buttery, tangy loaf in simply an hour. Not like most home made bread recipes, this one doesn’t require any kneading, resting time, or further yeast. We additionally included some shredded cheddar cheese to make our loaf additional wealthy and flavorful!
BEST BEERS FOR BEER BREAD
We selected a budget-friendly, mild beer for our loaf, however nearly any sort of beer can be utilized to make this recipe. Be mindful: the beer you select will affect the flavour of the bread, so be sure to select one thing you want! How to decide on the most effective beer for beer bread:
- Gentle beers – Typically, mild beers will create a light-colored loaf with an ethereal texture and a extra refined, malty taste.
- Darkish beers – Darker beers like stouts and porters will give the bread a barely darker coloration and extra sturdy taste than mild beer.
- Hoppy beers & IPAs – Since pale ales are typically very bitter, they aren’t an excellent alternative. That intense taste will carry over and should give the bread a lingering bitter aftertaste.
HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS
As soon as absolutely cooled, wrap the loaf in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Retailer the bread within the pantry or on the counter (for 1-2 days) or within the fridge (for 4-5 days). This bread additionally freezes superbly. Tightly wrap the loaf in a layer of plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze for as much as 3 months.
serving recommendations
This beer bread lands someplace between a daily, sliceable loaf of bread and a savory, ultra-rich loaf cake. So the probabilities are sort of limitless!
- Slice it thick, toast it up, and slather every slice with softened butter, savory jam, or a beneficiant serving of our Gradual-Cooker Sizzling Buttered Apples!
- This decadent loaf can also be nice with a Easy Aspect Salad or served on the aspect of a fast & simple primary dish that’s protein- and vegetable-forward, like our Crunchy Kale Rooster Salad, Butternut Squash Salad, or Pesto Rooster and Broccoli Salad.
- Or, merely rip and dip right into a brothy soup or stew, like our 15-Minute Vegetable Curry, or Creamy Vegetable and Wild Rice Soup. A thick, hearty slice would even be a fantastic different to the traditional grilled cheese served alongside our Tomato Herb Soup!
Beer Bread
Remodel a can of beer right into a tasty loaf of Beer Bread! This simple, no-knead bread recipe is filled with taste and solely takes an hour.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour ($0.30)
- 1 Tbsp sugar ($0.06)
- 1 Tbsp baking powder ($0.12)
- 2 tsp salt ($0.04)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese* ($0.62)
- 4 Tbsp butter, divided** ($1.20)
- 12 oz. beer (one regular-sized can) ($0.92)
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Preheat the oven to 375℉. In a big bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and shredded cheese. Combine nicely.
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Soften the butter in a small sauce pot. Use a pastry brush to coat the within of a 9×5 loaf pan with butter. Set the remaining butter apart.
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Add the beer to the flour combination and stir till a thick batter kinds. Switch the batter to the ready bread pan, ensuring to unfold it out evenly contained in the bread pan.
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Pour the remainder of the melted butter on high of the bread dough.
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Bake the bread for 45-50 minutes, or till deeply golden brown on high.
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As soon as barely cool (about 10 minutes), run a butter knife across the inside fringe of the pan gently to loosen the sides, after which flip the bread onto a reducing board to slice and serve.
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* or Parmesan cheese
** If utilizing unsalted butter, chances are you’ll wish to add an extra ¼ teaspoon of salt with the remainder of the dry substances or sprinkle the identical quantity on high of the loaf simply earlier than baking.
Serving: 1sliceEnergy: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 7gFats: 9gSodium: 834mgFiber: 1g
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Find out how to Make BEER BREAD – Step by Step Images
Preheat the oven to 375℉. In a big bowl, mix 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
Soften 4 tablespoons of butter in a small sauce pot or skillet. Use a pastry brush to coat the within of a 9×5″ loaf pan with about 1/2 tablespoon of the melted butter. Set the remainder of the butter apart.
Pour 12 oz. (1 1/2 cups) of beer into the flour combination. Combine till a thick batter kinds and no clumps of dry substances stay. Switch the batter to the ready loaf pan, ensuring to unfold it out evenly. Faucet it on the counter a couple of occasions to assist get rid of any air pockets.
Pour the remainder of the melted butter (about 3 1/2 tablespoons) on high of the bread dough.
Bake the beer bread for 45-50 minutes, or till the highest is evenly golden brown and crispy. Let the bread cool barely (about 10 minutes) within the loaf pan. Run a butter knife across the inside fringe of the pan to loosen the sides, then flip the bread out onto a reducing board to slice and serve.
As one in every of my favourite TikTok creators (@tanaradoublechocolate) would say: “It ain’t gonna slide down simple if it ain’t tacky!” Hope y’all love this Straightforward Beer Bread as a lot as we do! ~Marion 🙂
