This simple homemade bread recipe requires no kneading, no eggs, and no butter—just basic pantry ingredients! It’s soft inside, perfectly crusty outside, and costs just a few cents per loaf. Ideal for beginners, this bread is quick to prepare and delicious for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh with a little jam or olive oil.
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
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1 and 1/4 cups warm water (not hot)
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1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir lightly and let it sit for 10 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy and active.
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Add flour, salt, and oil to the mixture. Stir with a spoon or spatula until all the ingredients come together into a sticky dough. No kneading is needed—just mix well until combined.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let the dough rest in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
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Once the dough has risen, lightly dust a baking pan or loaf tin with flour or grease it with a little oil. Pour the dough into the pan and spread evenly using a spatula.
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Let the dough rest again for 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
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Remove from the oven and cool on a rack before slicing.
Servings
Makes 1 medium loaf (about 8 slices)
Nutritional Info (per slice, approx.)
Calories: 120
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3.5g
Sugar: 1g
Fiber: 1g
Sodium: 160mg
Notes
This bread stays fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator. You can toast it, make sandwiches, or use it as a base for garlic bread.