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    Honey Beer Bread

    December 27, 2020 | Updated February 22, 2022 by Ryan Leave a Comment

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    This honey beer bread recipe gets its flavor from the type of beer you use and is crunchy on the outside but warm and melt in your mouth on the inside.

    sliced beer bread on serving tray with slice of butter

    I'm all about homemade bread these days - from flaky buttermilk biscuits to homemade naan to cheese rolls to chocolate brioche.

    But they can take some time and be a little complicated sometimes. But who doesn't love quick and easy recipes?

    I mean that's my goal in cooking - to find something that doesn't take much effort to make but is delicious. And this honey beer bread recipe really couldn't be easier.

    So what makes beer bread work? Well beer and bread have a common creation process - yeast. If you've ever made homemade bread, you'll know that yeast is a very important ingredient. So the beer simply replaces what the yeast does with bread.

    It is literally six ingredients and you don't have to wait on yeast to rise like a typical bread, or knead for that matter! It's pretty much foolproof.

    What makes it so great however, is the flavor changes based on the type of beer you use. You could use Guinness during St. Patrick's Day, a pumpkin ale in the fall or a stout in the winter. In general, malty beers are best but I'd suggest trying a few to see what you like best.

    For this particular honey beer bread recipe, I used a Dogfish Head IPA. So if you've never tried it, give it a try and it might become your go-to for a quick bread recipe.

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    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Variations
    • Serving Ideas
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    Recipe Ingredients

    • All-purpose flour - gives the right chew for this bread.
    • Baking powder - helps the bread rise.
    • Sea salt - enhances the flavor. I used coarse sea salt.
    • Honey - adds just a hint of sweetness.
    • Beer - use your favorite beer.
    • Unsalted butter - adds crispiness on the outside and butter flavor through the bread.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease 9×5 loaf pan. In large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients.
    2. Add the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
    3. Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Pour melted butter over the entire bread mixture. 
    4. Bake for 1 hour or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let sit in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on cooling rack for 10 minutes.
    process shots of how to make beer bread

    Variations

    As with any of recipe, there are plenty of ways to change up this easy bread:

    • Beer - I mentioned it before but you can change the taste of the bread based off the beer you use.
    • Cheese - cheese and bread always go together so you can add 1 cup of your favorite shredded cheese.
    • Garlic - mince 2 cloves of garlic and add it to the batter.
    • Herbs - add some dried herbs like rosemary, oregano or thyme.

    Serving Ideas

    This bread is best served warm or toasted with a slice of butter but you can use in other ways as well:

    • Top with some butter and honey
    • Spread some jam on top
    • Serve with soup like beer cheese soup to dip
    • Use to dip in some cheese fondue

    FAQs

    Can Children Eat Beer Bread?

    Yes. Most, if not all the alcohol cooks out when baking. It just the yeast and savory flavors.

    How Do I Know the Bread is Done?

    It should be golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center will come out clean.

    How Long Will It Last?

    Like most freshly baked breads, it is best the day you make it. However when storing, just wrap in plastic wrap and keep at room temperature for 2-3 days. If you put in the fridge, it will actually go stale quicker.

    Can I Freeze the Bread?

    If you want to freeze the bread, just let it come to room temperature and wrap in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place in the freezer for up to 6 months. Let it come to room temperature before serving.

    Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

    • It is important to sift the flour or you will have a biscuit-like bread.
    • You can replace the honey with sugar if needed in this beer bread recipe. However it is called honey beer bread for a reason!
    • If you want a softer crust more like traditional bread, mix the butter in with the batter instead of pouring it on top.
    sliced beer bread on serving tray

    Other Bread Recipes

    • No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread
    • Brazilian Cheese Bread
    • Homemade Bagels
    • Pretzel Bites
    • Jalapeño Cheddar Bread
    • Cornbread Muffins

    If you’ve tried this honey beer bread recipe or any other recipe on Chisel & Fork, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube to see more tasty meals and anything else I'm up to.

    sliced beer bread on serving tray with slice of butter
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    5 from 4 votes

    Honey Beer Bread

    This easy homemade bread gets its flavor from the type of beer you use and is crunchy on the outside but warm and melt in your mouth on the inside.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time1 hr
    Total Time1 hr 5 mins
    Course: Bread
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 308kcal
    Author: Ryan Beck

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • 3 tablespoon honey
    • 1 (12 ounce) beer
    • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F and grease 9x5 loaf pan.
    • In large bowl, mix sifted flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the beer and honey and mix until just combined. Pour into loaf pan. Pour melted butter over the entire bread mixture. 
    • Bake for 1 hour or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let sit in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on cooling rack for 10 minutes.

    Notes

    • It is important to sift the flour or you will have a biscuit-like bread.
    • You can replace the honey with sugar if needed.
    • If you want a softer crust more like traditional bread, mix the butter in with the batter instead of pouring it on top.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0mg
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