Description
A quick and easy homemade bread recipe that requires minimal ingredients and time, perfect for bread lovers seeking a delicious and fresh loaf without the long wait. This soft and golden-brown bread is versatile, ideal for sandwiches, toast, or serving alongside soups and salads.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until everything is well combined for uniform rising and flavor.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the milk and vegetable oil, which will hydrate the flour and add moisture to the dough.
- Form Dough: Stir the mixture gently until it forms a soft dough. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and prevent it from becoming tough.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute to bring it together into a cohesive round loaf.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, make a few slits on top to allow steam to escape and for decorative purposes.
- Bake: Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to prevent sogginess and maintain texture.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with buttermilk for a richer flavor and softer crumb.
- Use melted butter instead of vegetable oil for a buttery taste.
- Do not overmix or overknead the dough to avoid dense bread.
- Adding herbs like rosemary or garlic powder can enhance flavor.
- Bread is best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Adjust baking time if using a convection oven or different oven types.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: quick bread recipe, easy homemade bread, fast bread, soft bread loaf, simple baking, no yeast bread
