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Quick and Easy 3-Ingredient Beer Bread (No Yeast)

A freshly baked loaf of amazing 3 ingredient beer bread, sliced open to show the soft, airy interior.
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Make this incredibly simple beer bread with only three pantry staples. You get a loaf with a crisp, buttery crust and a soft interior without any kneading or rising time.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (12 ounce) can room temperature beer (lager or pale ale recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until fully combined.
  3. Slowly pour the room temperature beer into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are acceptable.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Brush the top of the batter evenly with half of the melted butter.
  6. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove the bread from the oven. Immediately brush the top with the remaining melted butter.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully removing it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature beer for the best chemical reaction with the baking powder, which creates the necessary lift.
  • For a savory variation, omit the sugar and add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dry ingredients.
  • This bread is excellent served warm alongside chili or stew as a fast dinner side dish.

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