can you freeze a loaf of beer bread

This Beer Bread recipe could not be more simple to make or delicious! Made with only three ingredients, it is the easiest way to make homemade bread.

Three Ingredient Beer Bread is so much better than what you get using a mix, and it is just as easy to make! It doesn’t require you to proof yeast and it’s only three ingredients. Plus it’s so easy to add in other mix-ins, like honey or cheese! As an added bonus, you don’t even need a bread machine. READER REVIEW

Was looking for a simple bread recipe, and it cant be any simpler. Love it, love it, love it.

Making Beer Bread Gluten Free

This recipe can be made gluten-free if you make your own self-rising flour with gluten-free flour. As you can see, it doesn’t have quite the same rise as when you use flour with gluten, but it absolutely does work.

I suggest using a gluten-free flour that is meant to replace all-purpose flour one-for-one. I used King Arthur’s brand in this test. You will want to use:

• 3 cups gluten-free one-for-one flour substitute
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon table salt

A lot of recipes call for a few tablespoons of melted butter on top of the bread. I call this a three ingredient beer bread because my family loves this recipe without the butter on top. If you want the butter, have at it. I recommend using three tablespoons of melted butter and pouring it over the bread in the last three to five minutes of baking to prevent it from browning or burning.

• Use fresh self-rising flour. Self-rising flour, because of the baking powder, only has about a six month shelf life. The further you get out from that six month mark, the less of a rise you are going to get in your bread.
• Use a great bread pan. See my recommendation above.
• Avoid overmeasuring your flour. This will lead to dried out bread. Make sure you whisk the flour in the container you are storing it in, and then use a spoon to fill your dry measuring cups before leveling it off.
• Resist the urge to slice into it right away. Bread really does need to cool before you can slice into it. It needs almost a full hour to get nice solid slices.

Store this bread in an airtight container, once it has fully cooled, for up to a week. It can be stored at room temperature. As with all recipes, use your best discretion when it comes to leftovers.

This bread freezes great. Store in an airtight container (a gallon ziplock bag works great), and keep in the freezer for up to three months. It will also work great to cut it into slices, freeze them in a single layer for a few hours, and then transfer them to an airtight container.

How to Make Beer Bread

This is just a brief overview of this delicious and easy bread recipe. For the full recipe with all of the measurements, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Prepare the bread pan. Spray a 9 by 5 inch bread pan with cooking spray. Be sure to see my bread pan recommendation below, as pans can make a huge difference.
• Whisk together the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the self rising flour and the sugar.
• Stir in the beer. Read below for my recommendations on beer and alternatives.
• Bake the bread. After adding the dough to the prepared bread pan bake the bread. In the last three minutes of baking, add melted butter if desired.

Easy Beer Bread Recipe

FAQ

Does beer bread freeze well?

How do you store beer bread?

Can you freeze loaves of bread?

How do you reheat frozen beer bread?

Can you freeze beer bread?

To freeze beer bread, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for a few hours before serving or warm the bread in the microwave or toaster. Leftover beer bread can be used to make croutons, breadcrumbs, or even breakfast casserole.

Can one use low calorie bread instead of gluten free bread?

Low calorie bread and gluten free bread are totally different foods that cannot replace each other. Gluten free bread is a food specifically intended for people with celiac disease or who have a non-celiac gluten intolerance. Low calorie bread is a reduced fat product in relation to other standard breads, so it provides less calories, but it contains gluten.

Can you freeze a loaf of bread?

You’ll need an extra layer of protection. Wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap, then wrap it again in foil or freezer paper. Label with the date and freeze for up to six months. Tip: Slice your bread before you freeze it. That way, you won’t have to thaw and refreeze the entire loaf every time you want a slice or two.

Can beer bread be refrigerated?

Let cool in pan for 5-10 minutes, then remove the bread to cool on a wire rack. Beer bread can be stored tightly wrapped in saran wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days. Beer bread can be frozen once completely cooled.