Description
This easy beer bread recipe creates a moist, golden loaf with a slightly sweet aroma from the beer and a tender crumb thanks to the self-rising flour. Ready in just over 40 minutes, it’s perfect for beginner bakers or those seeking a quick homemade bread with minimal ingredients and fuss. The melted butter brushed on top adds a rich, flavorful crust that’s irresistibly soft inside and crisp on the outside.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups self-rising flour (339 grams)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (39 grams)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (6 grams)
Wet Ingredients
- 12 ounces mild beer (340 grams, 1 bottle; Blue Moon Honey Wheat recommended)
- ¼ cup salted butter (57 grams, melted, ½ stick)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray to ensure easy release of the bread.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the self-rising flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Stir the dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution of sugar and salt.
- Add Beer and Stir: Slowly pour in the beer while mixing with a wooden spoon until the batter is almost smooth. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- First Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
- Brush with Butter and Continue Baking: After 20 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and brush the melted salted butter evenly over the top of the bread. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes. The bread is done when the top is golden brown, the internal temperature reaches 200°F, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cooling: Place the pan on a cooling rack and let the bread cool for 5 minutes. Then, carefully remove the bread from the pan and return it to the cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use self-rising flour for the best rise; if unavailable, combine all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt as a substitute.
- The type of beer influences flavor; mild beers like Blue Moon Honey Wheat add subtle sweetness and moisture.
- Brushing with melted butter halfway through baking creates a rich, golden crust.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 200°F to confirm the bread is fully baked.
- Cool completely before slicing to maintain structure and prevent crumbling.
