Soft and Fluffy Bread with Chickpea Spread

This healthful, filling lunch or snack is made possible by the wonderful Chickpea Spread served with this Soft and Fluffy Bread. While the chickpea spread is creamy, nourishing, and full of flavour, the bread is airy and light. Suitable for toasts, sandwiches, or just eating on its own!

Why This Particular Recipe?
This recipe is perfect for a light dinner, a hearty snack, or a quick lunch since it combines the comforting flavour of handmade bread with a nutritious chickpea spread. The bread is light and fluffy, ideal for absorbing flavors, while the chickpeas are full of protein and fiber.

Ingredients for fluffy, soft bread:

1. One packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) and three cups of all-purpose flour quick yeast
2. One tablespoon each of sugar and salt
3. One cup of heated (45°C/110°F) water
4. Two tsp olive oil
5. Extra flour for dusting
6. For the Spread of Chickpeas:
7. One can (15 oz) of rinsed and drained chickpeas
8. One tablespoon lemon juice and two tablespoons tahini
9. two minced garlic cloves
10. Two tsp olive oil
11. To taste, add salt and pepper.
12. Not required: chopped cilantro or parsley, fresh, for a garnish

Step by step instructions

First, prepare the bread dough.

• Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast in a sizable mixing basin.
• Add Wet Ingredients: Create a well in the middle and pour in the olive oil and warm water. Stir until a dough starts to take shape.
• Knead the Dough: Place the dough on a surface dusted with flour and knead it for 8 to 10 minutes, or until it becomes elastic and smooth.
• First Getting Up: After the dough has been thoroughly mixed, transfer it to a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a fresh kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm location until it has doubled in size, about one hour.

Step 2: Get the Blend for the Chickpea Spread Ready

• Components: Add the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and chickpeas to a food processor.
• Season: Blend until smooth, using a small amount of water to thin to the right consistency. To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning.
• Garnish: For a taste and freshness boost, feel free to mix in some chopped cilantro or parsley.

Step 3: Form the Bread

• Oven Prep: Set the oven’s temperature to 375°F, or 190°C.
• Shape Dough: Pinch down to release air once the dough has risen. Place the dough onto a surface dusted with flour and form it into a loaf or portion it into smaller portions for rolls.
• Second Rise: Transfer the formed dough to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. For a further half hour, cover and allow to rise.

Bake the Bread in Step Four

• Bake: Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown and hollow when tapped, 25 to 30 minutes for a loaf and 15 to 20 minutes for rolls.
• Cool: Take out of the oven and place on a wire rack to cool.

Step 5:

• Serve, Slice, and Spread: Cut the bread into slices, then liberally spread the chickpea mixture over each one.
• Have fun: Serve the bread and spread on their own or as an open-faced sandwich.

Advice for the Ideal Bread and Spread

• Activation of Yeast: To ensure that the yeast is effectively activated, make sure your water is warm, not hot.
• Creating gluten through thorough kneading is what gives bread its light, airy texture.
• Storage: To extend the shelf life of leftover bread, freeze it or store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

In summary
This Soft and Fluffy Bread with Chickpea Spread is a great addition to your dinner repertoire because it’s tasty and nourishing at the same time. Savour the amazing flavours and textures of this great match with a light lunch or a cosy evening!