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Homemade Bread

Quick & Easy Homemade Bread: Freshness in Just 20 Minutes

This homemade bread recipe offers freshness in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and customizable to your taste.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For a denser texture, substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Feel free to increase to 2 tablespoons for a sweeter loaf.
  • 1 cup Milk Any plant-based milk works as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil can enhance flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cup Cheese Shredded cheese for a cheesy twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs Dried or fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced garlic or garlic powder for flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • wooden spoon
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet with vegetable oil or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  3. Add 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and stir until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute.
  5. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on the greased baking sheet.
  6. Bake the bread for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal flavor and texture, be sure to use fresh ingredients and allow the bread to cool before slicing.

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