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Homemade Bread

Soft and Golden Homemade Bread in Just 6 Simple Steps

This Homemade Bread recipe is quick and easy, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 33 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 13 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap with whole wheat flour
  • 1.5 cups Warm Water Must be the right temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar or Honey For sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Melted butter can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Loaf pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Proof the Yeast: Mix active dry yeast, warm water and a pinch of sugar in a bowl and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Once yeast is frothy, add sugar, salt, oil, and flour. Mix until cohesive dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Knead dough for 4-5 minutes on medium speed, or by hand for 5-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Grease a bowl, place dough inside, cover and let rise for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Bread: Punch down dough, divide into logs, place in greased loaf pans and rise for 45-60 minutes.
  6. Bake the Bread: Preheat oven to 350°F, bake for 30-33 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  7. Cool Down: Let the loaves cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Check yeast freshness and measure ingredients accurately for best results.

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