Easy and delicious No-Yeast Beer Bread with brown sugar and a crispy buttery crust!
This recipe was developed by me for Negra Modelo. All opinions are 100% my own.
You all know I’m not much of a drinker. And you also know I’d never leave my house if I didn’t have to. Bwah! But sometimes, some things…some people…are just worth stepping outside your comfort zone for.
I would say Top Chef Master, 7-award winning cookbook author, award winning restaurant owner, and TV show host Chef Rick Bayless is one of them, no?
I met him a couple of years ago at a cooking demo in San Francisco, and have been making his amazing Chimichurri sauce ever since.
His authentic Mexican cuisine is outstanding. And his love and enthusiasm for it is simply unmatched.
He’s also an enormous fan of the Mexican beer, Negra Modelo. So, the two partnered up and decided to come back to San Francisco for a foodie walking tour around the Mission.
This included the most amazing handmade, fresh off the grill huaraches, a butcher shop where we tasted pork ribs, and then off to a bakery where I devoured an Ojo de Buey, which are these two scones glued together by strawberry jam and covered in coconut. OMG.
Negra Modelo is the perfect complement to all of these foods. Born at the quarter of the 20th century, their Brewmasters created the Munich Dunkel (dark) style lager by slow roasting caramel malts, a technique that makes the brewing process last twice as long as other beers. Negra Modelo combines the finest Galena hops and yeast varieties with a liberal dose of toasted two-row black malts giving it a balanced, smooth flavor.
We ended the evening at a Mexican restaurant where we got to sample food, Negra Modelo, and learn all about peppers, onions, and avocados <<< super fun.
And I got to bring home some beer to play with, of course!
I decided to bake up some easy beer bread. And, friends, I loved this. LOVED. Who knows why, but beer, brown sugar, and butter just creates a trifecta of deliciousness.
This loaf didn’t even last a day! Crazy good.
You can find more recipes featuring Negra Modelo, here.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 bottle (12 ounces) Negra Modelo beer
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and divided
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 9x 5x 3-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the beer and 3/4 of the melted butter until just combined. Spoon the batter evenly into the pan and drizzle the remaining 1/4 of the butter over the top.
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Bake for 55 minutes or until the top is golden and a tooth pick (or long skewer) inserted in the middle comes out clean. Slice and serve immediately.
Jennifer Mitchell says
Thanks!
I have been looking for a GREAT beer bread recipe, not from a box!!
Happy Holidays
Amy @Very Culinary says
You’ll love this! Happy holiday to you, as well!
Stephanie says
I am so jealous that you get to meet so many great chefs! Perks of living near a big city, I suppose…. I’ll keep my mouth shut about the Negra Modelo, but this bread is definitely a keeper! Can’t wait to try it with some of Billy’s favorite beers.
Cindy jackson says
Can you use any beer or what kind do you use
mom says
Can’t wait to try making this, but where can I buy this beer?
Amy @Very Culinary says
It was available at my local market, so it should be at yours. Maybe Safeway?
Joanne says
That sounds like my kind of walking tour! And I just happen to be head over heels for beer bread. I mean, really, why wait for yeast to rise when you can get this in the oven in under 10 minutes.
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos says
This beer bread looks fantastic – and Rick Bayless – love him! His recipes are always excellent – love that you used Negra Modelo beer in this!
Larry says
Can you use a lite beer? Something along the line of Miller Lite?
Amy @Very Culinary says
Hi Larry – you probably could, but I would really recommend sticking to a dark style lager. The malted barley lends to the color and flavor, with way less bitterness.
Melanie says
Oh how I love beer bread. Especially with a bowl of chili! And Rick Bayless is the best!
Cookin Canuck says
I have made several Rick Bayless recipes over the years and they’ve all been fantastic (seriously, try his moles sometime). This bread sounds absolutely fantastic!
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
I love Rick Bayless! And beer bread! And I especially love how easy this recipe is (and that it doesn’t have yeast)
Susan says
Call me jealous! When we visited SF we were lucky enough to have locals take us to the good Mexican joints. The best food! Also beer bread might just be the easiest quick bread out there.
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
A friend of mine used to make beer bread all the time when I was younger and it was so good. This absolutely reminds me of him and I love it!
Nikki @ NikSnacks says
I have a celebrity chef crush on Rick Bayless. Like a real, hard crush. It’s kind of unreal how serious my crush is lol And I’m insanely jealous right now. But your bread looks good :)
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says
Hanging out with Rick Bayless is not only worth leaving the house, but also worthy of putting on real clothes and make-up! What an awesome opportunity. Beer bread is my favorite quick bread. It’s so easy that every meal can have fresh bread with it.
Shikha la mode says
I’m all about this recipe!!
Ginny McMeans says
I have been a Rick Bayless fan for years! Negra Modelo is on my shopping list and this bread looks so dang good!
Stephanie @ Back for Seconds says
I LOVE beer bread. Yours looks fantastic!
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
I love trying beer bread with different beers – must try this!
Angie says
I love beer bread! It’s so simple and wonderful!
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
I love easy bread recipes that don’t need yeast!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
This bread looks amazing! Hearty and dense and I’m picturing it slathered in some butter – or maybe cheese – right out of the oven. Must try…
April says
beer + bread? match made in heaven!!!
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
Beer bread is the best! Bet it’s awesome with Negra Modelo!
Marye says
Oh my – that looks delicious! I love easy… and totally envious of you getting to meet Rick Bayless. :)
Heather | girlichef says
Ummm…Negra Modelo is my favorite beer, Rick Bayless is my favorite chef, and I’m so green with envy that I can’t see straight. I need a slice (okay loaf) of this delicious beer bread to soothe me. ;)
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says
That day was SO fun with you!! I wish we could drive into the city and eat good food every week! So many laughs, so many pastries (I still love that snowball-looking one the best!), so many memories… And I totally wish I could’ve tasted this bread! It looks incredible Amy! :) Pinned!
Dolores says
Wow do you have tortilla recipe? Would love to learn his technique.
Amy @Very Culinary says
Hi Dolores – no sorry, I don’t. But I’m sure you could Google for it. Might even find some demo videos.
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
Yep I think you had reason to leave your house. I am not much of a beer drinker, but that really doesn’t matter when making this bread. Gosh it’s so easy.
Amy @Very Culinary says
Crazy easy. A few people have now mentioned chili, so I think I’m going to make both this coming week.
Shanna @ pineapple and coconut says
SO jealous you got to meet Rick Bayless. He is so awesome! I discovered him from top chef masters and we went out and bought like 4 or 5 of his cookbooks immediately after watching the show. The BEST Mexican recipes ever
Amy @Very Culinary says
Ya, seriously. His food transports you to Mexico City. Wish he had a restaurant in Sacramento! *cries*
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
Looks like you guys had so much fun!! Next time :) This bread looks amaaaaazing! I want some with a big bowl of soup.
Amy @Very Culinary says
We missed you!!! *sad violin*
Pam says
This would go perfectly with the chili I’m making today. YUM.
Amy @Very Culinary says
YES, this definitely would go great with chili!
mary says
omg, amy. what a fun and delicious night! need to get my hands on that cookbook. and this bread!!!
Amy @Very Culinary says
You’ll love them both! Thanks, Mary!
Lisa says
Loooove Rick Bayless. So jealous! And this bread…totally happening!!
Amy @Very Culinary says
He is definitely enthusiastic and knowledgable about his craft. I love that!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Nailed it! This bread looks cray cray good! Had such a fun time with you Amy :) Pinning, of course!
Amy @Very Culinary says
Such an adventure. You’re my hero for driving and parking!