This recipe is my go-to for simple, delicious homemade bread. It's perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. It's so versatile; you can have it with your breakfast, or enjoy it with soups and stews. The image should show a warm, rustic loaf, maybe slightly golden-brown on top.
I often make a double batch on weekends, so I always have something delicious to go with my morning coffee. Sometimes, I even sneak a slice or two straight from the pan—warm bread is the best! This paragraph could show a person enjoying a slice of warm bread; a cozy scene would be nice.
Required Equipments
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Stand mixer or hand mixer (optional)
- Parchment paper (optional)
Simple Homemade Bread Recipe (Updated April 10 2025)
This recipe guides you through making a classic, soft, and fluffy loaf of homemade bread. It’s easy to follow, even for beginners, and results in a truly delicious, heartwarming treat.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This is crucial for even baking!
- Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. Or, for easier cleanup, line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the bread out later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Use a whisk to mix thoroughly. This ensures the leavening agent is evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. I like to use organic ingredients whenever possible - it tastes better, trust me!
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Don't overmix! Overmixing develops gluten, resulting in a tough bread.
- If you are using a stand or hand mixer, use the low speed setting to combine everything. It's surprisingly easy to get things flying with these little appliances.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. It should fill the pan most of the way.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking times will vary based on your oven; keep an eye on it!
- Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents it from getting soggy on the bottom.
- Once cool, slice and serve! Enjoy your lovely, homemade bread!
📝 Notes
- For a sweeter bread, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup.
- You can use different types of milk, like almond or oat milk, but the result might be slightly different.
- Make sure your baking powder is fresh for best results. Old baking powder might not work as well...
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
Protein: 8g
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Calcium: 50mg
