Quick and Easy Homemade Bread in Just 20 Minutes
This quick and easy homemade bread recipe creates a warm, crusty loaf in just 20 minutes of active prep time. No kneading required, it’s perfect for anyone craving fresh bread without the wait.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 slices
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt (or buttermilk)
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Olive oil or melted butter (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet or lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in the yogurt and warm water until a shaggy dough forms—no need to knead.
- Shape the dough into a round or oval loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet or pan.
- Slash the top of the loaf with a sharp knife (this helps it rise evenly) and optionally brush with olive oil or butter for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the crust is light golden and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let the loaf cool for a few minutes before slicing to ensure a clean crumb.
Notes
- Store leftover bread in an airtight bag at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- To refresh slightly stale slices, toast or warm them in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes.
- If you don’t have yogurt or buttermilk, mix a teaspoon of lemon juice into milk and let it sit for 5 minutes to mimic the tangy effect.
- If the bread cracks on the sides, it could be due to dry dough—add a splash more water next time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
