Description
Homemade Bakery French Bread is the ultimate comfort food that fills your home with a delightful aroma. Its golden-brown crust and soft, airy interior make it perfect for any occasion—whether serving alongside soup, crafting sandwiches, or enjoying fresh out of the oven. This straightforward recipe is not only easy to master but also impresses family and friends alike. Get ready to elevate your baking game and indulge in the heavenly taste of homemade bread.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place seam-side down in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise again until doubled (about another hour). Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg