Easy Homemade Bread Recipe

Easy Homemade Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• • Warm water: 375 ml (1½ cups)

• • Sugar: ½ tablespoon (7 g)
  • Dry yeast: 7 g (about 2¼ teaspoons)
  • Flour: 500 g (4 cups), plus extra for dusting

• Salt: 1 teaspoon (6 g)
• Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)

Directions:

• • Activate the Yeast:
    In a bowl, combine 50 ml warm water, ½ tablespoon sugar, and 7 g dry yeast. Mix thoroughly and let sit in a warm place for about 10 minutes until frothy.

• • Make the Dough:
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with 375 ml warm water. Gradually add 500 g sifted flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix until a dough forms.
  • Knead the Dough:
    Add sunflower oil and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add more flour as needed.
  • First Rise:
    Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until it has doubled in size.

• • Shape the Dough:
    Once risen, sprinkle a clean surface with flour. Stretch and fold the dough as shown in the video, then form it into a ball. Dust with flour.
  • Second Rise:
    Line a baking pan with parchment paper and dust it with flour. Carefully transfer the dough to the pan, cover it, and let it rise again until doubled.
  • Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

• Make Cuts and Bake:
  Once the dough has risen, make slashes on the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
• Cool the Bread:
  Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Serving Suggestions:

• • Serve warm with butter or olive oil.

• Use for sandwiches or toast.

Cooking Tips:

• • Make sure your water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Knead the dough well to develop gluten for a better texture.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Homemade bread contains no preservatives and can be tailored to your dietary preferences.
• Whole wheat flour can be used for added fiber.

Dietary Information:

• • Vegetarian

• Can be made vegan by substituting oil for butter.

Nutritional Facts (per slice, based on 12 slices):

• • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 2 g

• Carbohydrates: 23 g
• Protein: 4 g

Storage:

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage (up to 3 months).