Description
The Best Homemade Bread is a delightful and easy-to-make recipe that fills your kitchen with a warm aroma. With its golden crust and soft, fluffy interior, this bread is perfect for any occasion—whether served with butter at brunch or as the foundation for hearty sandwiches. Each bite offers comfort and joy, making it a family favorite that you’ll want to bake time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and ½ cups warm water
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Knead the Dough: Mix until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape Your Loaf: Punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Shape it into a loaf by rolling tightly.
- Second Rise & Bake: Place in greased pans and let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg