What to Serve with Beer Bread: 20+ Easy Side Dishes
Beer bread is a tasty treat that many folks love. The mix of beer and flour makes a bread that’s both sweet and malty.
I love how it fills my home with a warm smell when it bakes. You can pair this yummy bread with so many foods!
From dips to soups, there’s no end to what goes well with beer bread. Let me show you some of the best side dishes to serve with your beer bread that will make your meal even better.
Why You’ll Love Beer Bread?
Beer bread is so quick to make! You just need a few things from your pantry. I love its rich taste that goes with both savory and sweet foods. You can dip it, spread stuff on it, or eat it with big meals. It’s perfect for game day, family dinners, or just a cozy night in.
What to Serve with Beer Bread?
You can pair your beer bread with so many yummy sides! Try dips, spreads, soups, salads, meats, or comfort foods. Each one brings out the best in your fresh-baked bread.
Dips
Dips are my go-to when I serve beer bread. The bread’s firm crust and soft inside make it perfect for scooping up creamy, tasty dips. You can tear off chunks and dip away!
- Spinach and Artichoke Dip: The creamy cheese with bits of spinach and artichoke hearts is so good! I love how the hot dip melts into the bread’s nooks when you dip it.
- Beer Cheese Dip: This dip uses the same beer as your bread! The sharp cheddar and beer mix makes a gooey dip that’s just right for your bread chunks.
- Homemade French Onion Dip: Sweet onions get all brown and yummy in this dip. My kids always ask for this when we have beer bread on movie nights.
- Buffalo Chicken Dip: Spicy chicken bits in a creamy, tangy sauce make this dip a hit! You can scoop up big bites with your beer bread.
Creamy Spreads
Spreads turn your beer bread into a quick snack or light meal. Just slice, spread, and enjoy! These creamy toppings sink into the warm bread so nicely.
- Homemade Honey Butter: Just mix soft butter with honey and a pinch of salt. It melts on warm beer bread and makes the sweet notes pop even more!
- Strawberry Jam: Sweet berries cooked down to a thick, fruity spread that soaks into warm beer bread. The jam’s brightness cuts through the bread’s malty notes for a perfect sweet treat.
- Hummus: The nutty, garlicky taste of hummus goes so well with beer bread. I like to add a dash of hot sauce to mine for extra kick.
- Guacamole: Mashed avocados with lime, salt, and fresh bits make a green, creamy spread. The beer bread’s malty taste balances the tangy guac.
- Pumpkin Butter: Sweet, spiced pumpkin spread turns beer bread into a fall treat. You’ll love how the cinnamon and nutmeg mix with the bread’s flavor.
Soups and Stews
Beer bread is just right for soaking up tasty soups and stews. The bread stays firm enough to dunk but soaks up all those yummy juices.
- Spicy Chili: Beans, meat, and spices make a thick, hot chili. Dunk your beer bread or crumble it on top to cool down each spicy bite.
- New England Clam Chowder: Creamy soup full of clams and potatoes needs good bread! Beer bread’s slight sweetness makes the salty chowder even better.
- Creamy Cheese Soup: This smooth soup is like a hug in a bowl. My family fights over who gets the last piece of beer bread to soak it all up!
- Tomato Herb Soup: Bright, tangy tomato soup with fresh herbs makes beer bread shine. You can dip it or make little soup-soaked bites.
- Creamy Potato Soup: Thick potato soup with bacon bits on top is my winter go-to. The beer bread adds a nice crunch when you dip it in.
Fresh Salads
Light, crisp salads balance the rich taste of beer bread. The bread can soak up dressing or just be a side to your leafy greens.
- Classic Caesar Salad: Crisp romaine with tangy dressing and cheese needs a good bread friend. Beer bread adds a nice malty note to each bite.
- Cobb Salad: Rows of eggs, bacon, chicken, and veggies make this salad a meal. Tear off bits of beer bread to scoop up all the good stuff.
- German Potato Salad: Warm potatoes tossed in tangy vinegar dressing with bacon bits and herbs. The beer bread soaks up all the zesty juices while adding a nice malty contrast.
- Harvest Salad: Fall fruits, nuts, and greens with a sweet dressing taste even better with beer bread. I love the mix of soft and crunchy textures.
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Beans, feta, and olives in a lemony dressing pair so well with beer bread. The bread helps mellow the tangy taste.
Meaty Mains
Beer bread stands up to hearty meat dishes. Its sturdy texture and rich taste make it the perfect side for your protein.
- Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken: Tender chicken in sweet, tangy sauce needs beer bread to soak up every drop! You can make little sliders too.
- Pork Ribs: Sticky, saucy ribs and beer bread are best friends. The bread helps clean your plate of all that tasty BBQ sauce.
- Air Fryer Steak: Juicy steak with a crisp outside tastes even better with beer bread on the side. I like to mop up the meat juices with it.
- Grilled Pork Chops: Smoky chops with a side of beer bread make a simple but yummy meal. The bread’s malty taste goes so well with pork.
Unique Comfort Dishes
These cozy dishes might not be what you first think of, but they’re so good with beer bread! Try these for a new twist.
- Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese: Creamy pasta with sweet squash notes needs a bread that can stand up to it. Beer bread adds the perfect contrast.
- Baked Beans: Sweet and savory beans with bacon bits are just right for beer bread dipping. The bread soaks up all that thick sauce.
- Dumplings: Soft dough pockets filled with meat or veggies go so well with beer bread. You can use the bread to soak up any extra sauce.
Final Thoughts
Beer bread is such a winner! It goes with so many foods, from dips to meats to soups. I hope you try some of these yummy pairings soon.
You might want to try making your beer bread with different beers too. A dark stout makes a deeper taste, while a light beer keeps things mild.
What will you serve with your beer bread? I’d love to know what you try! Maybe you have a special dish that goes great with beer bread.
Give these ideas a try, and I bet you’ll find some new favorite meals to enjoy with your fresh-baked beer bread.
