Quick Wholemeal Beer Bread

Experience the joy of fresh, homemade bread in just under an hour with this Quick Wholemeal Beer Bread recipe. Perfect for busy bakers, this no-yeast bread comes together effortlessly with just seven pantry-friendly ingredients, including hearty wholemeal flour and your favorite lager or ale for a subtle malty flavor. The melted butter brushed on top creates a golden, crisp crust, while an optional sprinkle of rolled oats adds rustic charm and texture. With only 10 minutes of prep and no kneading required, this wholesome loaf is an ideal side for soups, stews, or a standout base for sandwiches. Simple, satisfying, and packed with rich flavor, this recipe is your shortcut to baking bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 375 grams wholemeal flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 330 milliliters beer (preferably lager or ale)
• 30 grams unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon rolled oats (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the wholemeal flour, baking powder, salt, and light brown sugar to evenly combine.

Step 3

Gradually pour the beer into the dry mixture while stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula. Mix just until a sticky dough forms; avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Transfer the dough into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly. Smooth the top lightly with the back of the spatula.

Step 5

Brush the melted butter over the top of the dough to create a golden crust. If desired, sprinkle rolled oats over the buttered surface for added texture.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden-brown and a skewer inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. This bread pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or as a base for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	409.9 grams (409.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	485

Total Fat 24.70g	32%
Saturated Fat 15.50g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 3729mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 46.80g	17%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 25.10g
Protein 2.70g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 38mg	3%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 146mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 44.5%