Easy Buttery Beer Loaf (Printer-Friendly)
Buttery loaf with golden crust, soft inside, and rich flavor. Quick, simple, and perfect for any meal.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Dough
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375 grams all-purpose flour
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3 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon fine sea salt
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50 grams granulated sugar
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355 millilitres beer (lager or pale ale, at room temperature)
→ Butter Crust
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85 grams unsalted butter, melted
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a standard loaf pan or line with parchment paper, then pour half of the melted butter into the pan, ensuring even coverage.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until homogenous.
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Gradually pour in the beer and stir gently with a spatula just until the flour is moistened. Do not overmix; a slightly lumpy batter is ideal.
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Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top lightly without compacting the mixture.
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Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the surface of the batter for a crisp, buttery crust.
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Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet to catch any overflow. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, rotating halfway, until the crust is deeply golden and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.
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Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice with a serrated knife once slightly cooled to maintain the texture.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For soft slices, avoid overmixing the batter; stir just until the flour disappears.
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If desired, line the pan with parchment for easy loaf removal.
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Beer bread is excellent with chilli, soups, and grilled meats or spread with honey butter.