20-Minute Homemade Bread 🕒🍞
Fast, fluffy, and no yeast needed! This quick bread bakes up golden and fragrant—perfect for soups, sandwiches, or slathered with butter.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 1 loaf (8 slices)
📝 Ingredients
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3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
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1 Tbsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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1 Tbsp sugar (or honey)
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1 cup (240ml) water
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¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
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Optional: 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Mix Dry Ingredients
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a loaf pan or baking sheet.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and herbs (if using).
2. Add Wet Ingredients
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Make a well in the center. Pour in water and olive oil.
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Stir until just combined (dough will be shaggy—don’t overmix!).
3. Bake
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Transfer dough to the pan. Shape into a round loaf.
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Bake for 15-18 mins until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
4. Serve Warm!
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Brush with extra olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
💡 Pro Tips
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Fluffy secret: Let dough rest for 5 mins before baking for extra rise.
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Cheesy twist: Fold in ½ cup shredded cheddar before baking.
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Storage: Keep wrapped in a towel for 2 days (best fresh!).
Why This Bread Rocks
✔ No yeast, no waiting—instant bread cravings solved.
✔ Crispy crust with a tender inside.
✔ Endless variations: Add garlic, seeds, or sun-dried tomatoes.
Pair with: Soup 🥣, olive oil + balsamic, or jam. 🍓
Need a whole-wheat version or air fryer method? Just ask! 😊