Homemade Bread Recipe
Nothing beats the comfort of a warm, crusty loaf—this easy Homemade Bread Recipe uses simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and water to deliver fresh bakery flavor right from your own oven.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour all-purpose flour
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast active dry yeast
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar or honey granulated sugar or honey
- 1 ¼ cups warm water warm water
- 2 Tbsp olive oil or melted butter olive oil or melted butter
- ½ cup whole wheat flour whole wheat flour
- seeds or grains seeds or grains sesame, poppy, oats
- Chopped fresh chives or green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, salt, and sugar until evenly mixed.
- Pour in warm water and oil, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead by hand for 8–10 minutes, then let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and proof for 30–45 minutes.
- Slash the top of the loaf and bake until deep golden brown.
Notes
• Yeast choice matters: Instant yeast cuts rise time, but active dry adds flavor depth. • Humidity affects dough hydration, adjust as needed. • Tap the bottom of the loaf for doneness. • Brush top with butter for softer crust. • Weigh ingredients for consistent results.
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