Lazy Irish Beer Bread
Effortless, flavorful, and irresistibly comforting, Lazy Irish Beer Bread is the ultimate no-fuss recipe for homemade bread lovers. With just six simple ingredients—flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, beer, and melted butter—this quick bread recipe comes together in minutes, requiring no kneading or yeast. The use of Irish-style beer (or your favorite brew) infuses the bread with subtle malty notes, while a generous drizzle of melted butter ensures a golden, crispy crust that’s sheer perfection. Perfect for beginners and busy bakers alike, this bread is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with hearty Irish stews, soups, or even a smear of butter and jam. Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick's Day or simply looking for an easy homemade bread recipe, this rich and rustic Irish Beer Bread is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 12 ounces Beer (any Irish-style or your favorite variety)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Slowly pour the beer into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula if necessary.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the batter. This will help create a golden, buttery crust as it bakes.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm for the best flavor.
Slice and enjoy with butter, jam, or alongside your favorite Irish stew or soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3730 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.6 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
