Description
Nothing beats the aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your home. This simple homemade bread recipe requires just six pantry staples and is perfect for everything from sandwiches to toast or simply enjoyed warm with butter. Its fluffy texture and delightful flavor make it a favorite at any meal, and it freezes beautifully for later enjoyment. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying your hand at bread-making for the first time, this recipe guarantees success and satisfaction.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups warm water (105-115°F)
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons oil (canola or vegetable)
- 4 – 5 1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and a pinch of honey or sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix in the remaining honey or sugar, salt, oil, and three cups of flour until combined.
- Gradually add more flour (½ cup at a time) until the dough pulls away from the sides but remains slightly sticky.
- Knead for 4–5 minutes using a stand mixer or by hand on a floured surface until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1½ hours).
- Punch down the dough; shape into two logs and place in greased loaf pans.
- Cover and let rise again until about an inch above the pans (45 minutes to 1 hour).
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 30–33 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Cool on wire racks before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–33 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg