Note: I owe you an apology. It’s been a few months since I’ve posted. There are reasons (excuses), but all that really matters is I am sorry for taking such a long break, and I promise not to let that happen again. I’m back, I’m energized, and I’m ready to share!
The food: I love bread. I also love beer. No, neither is all that good for me, but they are two of my favorite indulgences…and I’m a firm believer that there’s nothing wrong with enjoying what you love from time to time (of course, I could probably stand to add a bit more space between those times). Think it takes all day to fill your home with the amazing smell of fresh-baked bread? Nonsense. Beer bread delivers homemade bread fast. It takes just a half-dozen ingredients and a bottle of beer! No rising, no kneading, no pain in the ass.
The music: Beer and bread are birds of a feather, which is why they go together so well. The same can be said for Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. When these masters of outlaw country duet, it’s gravely, twangy gold. They were superstars when they released “Waylon & Willie” in 1978, so it’s no surprise it spent 10 weeks at #1 on the country charts. The album includes five duets and three solos each. Although this isn’t their greatest work, all of the songs are good and there are a few highlights. “Mama Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys” hit #1 on the charts and won the guys a Grammy. Jennings’ cover of “Gold Dust Woman,” fresh off a very public cocaine bust, is also a favorite. I won’t advise getting high, eating beer bread for your munchies, and listening to this gem, but I bet Willie would…
Listen to “Waylon & Willie” on my “Beer Bread” playlist on Spotify.
Beer bread tastes a bit different than traditional homemade sandwich bread. It’s softer, chewier, and sweeter — those are all pluses for me, but may be cons for others. If you’re not a fan of beer, don’t worry: it’s simply acting as the yeast for this type of bread and you can’t actually taste it. That said, I like to use a lighter, flavorful beer just in case some of those qualities transfer to the bread. My personal favorite is Kölsch from St. Louis brewery Schlafly. I like to call it The Crowd Pleaser because it usually satisfies drinkers across the spectrum, from Bud Light to Guinness.
While your beer bread bakes, do yourself the favor of making some Honey Cinnamon Butter. It only takes 5 minutes to whip up, and it’s the perfect sweet topping to serve with this bread.
Looking for more bread recipes? Try my Homemade Sandwich Bread and Sweet Cornbread, too.
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tbsp. baking powder
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 12 oz. beer, room temperature
- 2 tbsp. butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Add the beer quickly and combine; the batter will be sticky and lumpy.
- Pour batter into loaf pan. Brush the top with butter.
- Bake 35-40 minutes, until bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes. Transfer onto a rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container.
I love beer bread and the honey cinnamon butter sounds delicious with it! I need to learn to space out my indulgences too, but it is so hard!
Haha, Carlee, I am the worst about spacing them out. I like the idea in theory but don’t do a good job in reality 🙂 Thanks for reading!
Looks good – hey, I have an idea, maybe you can invent a wonderfully tasting gluten free bread!!!!
I can’t say no to a slice of beer bread! I love that this recipe is quick and easy too!
Thanks for visiting and commenting, Ashley!
Hi Can’t wait to give this a try. Looks delicous. Thanks for sharing. Stopping by from Creative Spark Link Party.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Checked out your blog. You’re living my dream: I want to purchase an acreage and homestead on a farm built by my own hands. Not sure I have the chutzpah to ever do it, so I’ll just have to live vicariously through you! Becky
I’m so glad your feeling better and ready to re-enter this weird world we live in. I love it! But I understand about being side tracked by medical issues. At my age it can become an all-consuming thing. Thanks for stopping by Tumbleweed Contessa. Take care and hope to see you on Monday.
Wishes for tasty dishes,
Linda
Thanks, Linda. Glad to be back!
Beer bread? I’m in! LOL Thanks for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things!
I don’t think I’ve ever made beer bread, it sounds wonderful, I will have to give it a try! Thanks for sharing at What’d You Do This Weekend?!
Thank you for stopping by and commenting, Joy!
Yum! This looks so amazing. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for bringing such amazing creations to our party. We hope to see you tonight at 7 pm because we LOVE to party with you! Lou Lou Girls
Thanks!
This bread looks delicious! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!”
This sounds absolutely fantastic! I’ve never tried making my own bread, but I can totally handle this recipe! Thanks for linking up with Creative Spark; I’m featuring your beer bread at tomorrow’s party. Hope you’ll stop by to grab a “featured” button and link up with us again! The party starts at 6am EST 🙂
Thanks for stopping by and commenting, Karly!
You can definitely make this bread, Emily. I appreciate the feature and you stopping by to comment. Thanks!