Quick 5-Minute Prep Bread Recipe

For those who prefer freshly baked bread without the lengthy wait times usually associated with traditional bread-making, this simple and quick bread recipe is ideal. All it takes to make a loaf is a few simple ingredients and very little hands-on time!

Components:

1. 5.5 cups of flour, all-purpose
2. 562.5 milliliters, or 2 1/4 cups, of warm water
3. Two and a quarter tsp active dry yeast
4. one-fourth cup sugar
5. Two tsp olive oil
6. One spoonful of salt
7. Butter (for topping, optional)

Guidelines:

Get the Yeast Going:

• Combine the yeast, sugar, and lukewarm water in a large mixing bowl. Mix with a gentle stir. Allow to sit for five minutes, or until bubbling and frothy, which is a sign of active yeast.

Combine the Dough:

• Add the salt and olive oil to the yeast mixture. One cup of flour at a time, gradually add the flour and stir with a wooden spoon or strong spatula until the dough starts to form.
• When the dough gets too thick to stir, turn it out onto a floured surface and knead it until it’s smooth and elastic, which should take 5 to 10 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add extra flour.

First Getting Up:

• After the dough has been kneaded, put it in a bowl that has been lightly oiled, turning it once to coat all sides. Place the bowl in a warm, draft-free area and cover it with a fresh kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
• Allow the dough to rise until doubled in size; this should take approximately one hour, depending on how warm your space is.

Form and Subsequent Ascent:

• Punch down the dough after it has risen to get rid of any air bubbles. The dough can be shaped into a loaf or put in a loaf pan that has been oiled. Once more, cover and allow to rise until puffy, about half an hour.

Cook:

• Turn the oven on to 375°F, or 190°C.
• If desired, pour melted butter over the dough’s top before baking it to create a flavourful, golden crust.
• The bread should be baked for 25 to 30 minutes in a preheated oven, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when touched.

Nice:

• Before slicing, take the bread out of the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least twenty minutes. This sets the crumb and aids in the inner cooking process.

Advice:

• Quick Rising Tip: To speed up the rising process, put your dough in a closed, gently heated oven (preheated to about 100°F or 38°C and then turned off).
• Storage: To preserve its freshness, cover the cooled bread with foil or plastic wrap. It can be frozen for extended storage or kept at room temperature for up to three days.
• Savour your freshly baked bread with butter and jam for a delectable treat, or use it as a side dish for your meals or sandwiches! This simple recipe demonstrates how enjoyable and easy it can be to make bread at home.