Description
A quick, delicious homemade bread recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Soft inside, golden and crusty outside—perfect for busy days or spontaneous baking cravings.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups – gives the bread its structure.
- Baking powder: 1 tablespoon – makes the bread rise quickly without yeast.
- Salt: ½ teaspoon – enhances the flavor.
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon – adds mild sweetness and helps browning.
- Milk: ¾ cup – provides moisture and tenderness.
- Olive oil or melted butter: 2 tablespoons – adds richness and keeps the crumb soft.
- Honey: 1 teaspoon – adds flavor depth and golden color.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a loaf pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in one bowl. In another, combine milk, olive oil, and honey. Stir wet into dry until just combined.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour the dough into the loaf pan or shape it into a rustic round on a baking sheet.
- Assemble the Dish: Smooth the top and brush with milk for a glossy finish.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Finishing Touches: Brush the top with melted butter while still warm for softness and shine.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and enjoy with butter, honey, or soup.
Notes
- Note: Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread soft and airy.
- Preheat the oven completely before baking for the best rise.
- Add herbs or seeds for extra flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: quick bread, easy bread, 20 minute bread, no yeast bread, homemade bread