Easy No-Knead Beer Bread Recipe

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Easy No-Knead Beer Bread Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 23, 2023

This no-knead beer bread is a simple and delicious homemade bread recipe that requires minimal effort. With just a few ingredients and no kneading required, you can have a fresh loaf of bread in no time. The addition of beer gives this bread a unique flavor and a light, tender texture. Perfect for enjoying with soups, stews, or as a side to any meal.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 12-ounce bottle of beer
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the beer to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Pour half of the melted butter into a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  5. Transfer the dough into the loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  6. Pour the remaining melted butter over the top of the dough.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

  • No-knead bread recipes became popular due to the simplicity of the preparation method.
  • Beer bread is a quick bread, which means it uses baking powder instead of yeast for leavening.
  • The carbonation in the beer helps create a light and airy texture in the bread.