Nothing beats the taste and aroma of fresh homemade bread! This recipe is designed to be simple and foolproof, perfect for beginners or anyone looking for an easy bread recipe that doesn’t require any fancy techniques or equipment. With just a handful of basic ingredients, you’ll have a golden, crusty loaf of bread that’s soft and tender on the inside.
Easy Homemade Bread Recipe
Yield: 1 loaf
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Rising Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Bake Time: 30-35 minutes
Total Time: ~2.5 hours
Ingredients:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter