Enjoy freshly baked bread at home with this quick and easy 20-Minute Homemade Bread recipe. Simple ingredients and minimal prep time make this bread a perfect addition to any meal.
Author:Laura
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:1 loaf or 8 rolls
Category:Bread
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Global
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Add wet ingredients: Pour in warm water and olive oil. Mix until dough forms.
Knead: On a floured surface, knead dough for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
Shape and bake: Shape into a loaf or rolls, place on baking sheet, and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding.
Cool and serve: Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Add herbs or garlic powder for extra flavor.
This bread is best enjoyed warm but can be reheated the next day.