Food Processor Loaf Bread
Experience the joy of homemade bread with this easy Food Processor Loaf Bread recipe! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe uses a food processor for quick and effortless dough preparation, taking the guesswork out of kneading. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast, this golden, soft, and fluffy loaf is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or slathering with your favorite spread. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps like shaping and rising, you’ll have freshly baked artisan-style bread ready in no time. Whether you’re a fan of warm, buttery crusts or tender, airy crumb, this versatile loaf is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup Milk, warm (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or melted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Allow the mixture to sit for 5–10 minutes, until it becomes frothy.
Attach the dough blade to your food processor. Add 3 cups of the all-purpose flour and salt to the food processor bowl.
Pulse the dry ingredients together briefly to combine.
With the food processor running on low speed, slowly pour in the yeast mixture, melted butter, and warm milk through the feed tube.
As the dough comes together, gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Process the dough for another 1–2 minutes to knead it fully. The dough should be smooth and slightly tacky. If it is too sticky, add a small amount of flour (1 tablespoon at a time) and pulse to incorporate.
Lightly grease a large bowl with the vegetable oil or melted butter. Transfer the dough to the bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Once risen, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently punch it down to release air bubbles. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the pan with the kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise again for about 30–40 minutes, or until it rises just above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.3 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.5 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 694 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
