This simple vegan beer bread is moist and delicious and with just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a loaf of homemade bread in about 5 minutes and pop it in the over for delicious warm bread with no fuss.  You can even make it gluten-free if needed!

A loaf of sliced vegan beer bread with oats sprinkled on top.

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Why you will LOVE this beer bread recipe…

  • With just a few simple ingredients you can easy to make your own bread.
  • There is no kneading dough or waiting for the yeast rise!
  • It’s free of dairy, soy, eggs, and nuts, so everyone can enjoy it!
  • Easily make it gluten-free by using my gluten-free flour recipe and a GF beer.
  • It’s the perfect addition to soup or salad or your game day snacks!
  • It’s fun to make!  My kids love to help make this bread!

What type of beer should I use in my vegan beer bread?

I have found that lighter beers with a milder flavor work best with this bread.  Beers with a strong hoppy flavor make the bread hoppy too.  Most lighter beers are vegan, but if you are not sure, check Peta’s vegan beer list to be sure!

A loaf of easy vegan beer bread sliced with oats on top.

How can I make gluten-free beer bread?

It is easy to swap out the flour in this recipe for my gluten-free flour recipe.  After testing a variety of store-bought flour mixes, my homemade gluten-free flour mix seemed to work the best.  You will also need to use a gluten-free beer.  Once again, use a beer that has a mild flavor for the best tasting bread.

How do I make vegan beer bread?

  1. Preheat your oven to 400° F.
  2. Put flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Add a little finely chopped onion (optional).
  4. Pour in a full can or bottle of beer and stir for about 30 strokes until all the flour is incorporated.
  5. Pour into a lightly oiled bread pan and sprinkle the top with a handful of oats to make it pretty.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes.
  7. Brush the top with a tablespoon of melted butter after baking. (optional)

A series of 3 pictures showing the process of adding the beer to the dry ingredients and pouring it into the loaf pan to make gluten free vegan beer bread.

Serve this beer bread with a delicious vegan soup for a complete meal!

These are some of my favorite soups to serve with this beer bread:

This bread also works great to serve with a saucy pasta dish like Vegan Vodka Sauce or my Vegan Tomato Pasta.  It’s also delicious with a slice of my homemade vegan smoked gouda on top! 

A loaf of vegan beer bread after it has been taken out of the oven.

Tips for making perfect vegan beer bread:

  • Don’t over stir the dough, you will stir out the air and cause it not to rise.
  • Pour the batter immediately into the bread loaf and put it in the oven. (Don’t let the batter sit around before baking it).
  • Although the onion is optional, it gives the bread a lot of flavor, and a little extra moisture too, so it is highly recommended.
  • This beer bread can make a great gift, just put all the dry ingredients into a mason jar and wrap it up with a beer and some instructions!
  • Butter the bread with my homemade vegan butter!

A slice of beer bread with vegan butter on it.

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A loaf of easy vegan beer bread that has been sliced.
4.86 from 7 rating

Vegan Beer Bread

Yield: 8 slices
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
Author: Monica Davis
A classic easy vegan beer bread recipe.
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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups flour, (my gluten-free flour mix if needed)
  • 1/2 cups oats, (plus an extra 2 tbsp for sprinkling on top)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 12 oz beer, (gluten-free beer if needed)
  • 1/4 cup onion , chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp vegan butter, (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Put 2 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cups oats, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt in a mixing bowl and stir.  (Use my gluten-free flour recipe if you need gluten-free).
  • Add ¼ cup of finely chopped onion (optional).
  • Pour in a full 12 oz can or bottle of beer and stir for about 30 strokes until all the flour is incorporated.
  • Pour into a lightly oiled bread pan and sprinkle the top with a handful of oats to decorate.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes.
  • Brush the top with a tablespoon of melted butter. (optional)
  • Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Don’t over stir the dough, you will stir out the air and cause it not to rise.
  • Pour the batter immediately into the bread loaf and put it in the oven. (Don’t let the batter sit around before baking it).
  • Although the onion is optional, it gives the bread a lot of flavor, and a little extra moisture too, so it is highly recommended.
  • If making this bread with my gluten-free flour recipe, be sure to tap the measuring cup a few times to settle the flour to get a more accurate measurement.  (Freshly sifted flour will be more fluffy).
  • Allow the bread to cool a little before slicing. 
Serving: 1slice, Calories: 104kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 347mg, Potassium: 158mg, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 63mg, Iron: 0.9mg
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