Fructose Free Beer Bread

There is something deeply satisfying about a loaf of bread that comes together with almost no effort and delivers a golden, crackling crust every single time. This one relies on just a handful of pantry staples — flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, beer, and butter — making it naturally free of the fruit-derived sweeteners and high-fructose ingredients that can make store-bought breads such a minefield. The beer does the heavy lifting here, acting as both the liquid and the leavening agent alongside baking powder, so there's no yeast, no proofing, and no complicated steps to stress over. Pouring melted butter over the top before it goes into the oven is the move that takes it from simple to genuinely impressive, giving the crust that irresistible crunch. The inside stays soft and slightly dense in the best way, with a mild malty flavor that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or just a generous smear of butter. It's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself coming back to on weeknights when you want something homemade without the fuss.

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