Description
Easy Homemade Bread is a delightful recipe that fills your kitchen with the inviting aroma of freshly baked bread. With its golden crust and soft, fluffy interior, this bread is perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or simply enjoying with butter. This easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal ingredients and is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Gather your supplies and prepare to impress family and friends with a warm, homemade loaf that embodies comfort and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until it forms a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough: Turn out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let it rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Shape the loaf: Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf or rolls, and place in greased pans. Allow to rise again for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg