Master Dough for Bread
Master the art of homemade bread with this versatile "Master Dough for Bread" recipe! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this all-purpose dough comes together with simple pantry staples like flour, yeast, and olive oil, offering endless possibilities for loaves, rolls, pizza crusts, and more. Its light and fluffy texture is achieved through careful kneading and a warm rise, delivering bakery-quality results in your own kitchen. With a balance of just the right amount of salt and sugar, this dough bakes up golden and delicious every time. Whether you're crafting a crusty artisan loaf or speedy dinner rolls, this foolproof recipe is your ultimate go-to for any bread-baking adventure.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 480 grams All-purpose flour
- 300 milliliters Warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 10 grams Granulated sugar
- 9 grams Salt
- 30 milliliters Olive oil (or any neutral oil)
Instructions
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy and bubbles form. This activates the yeast.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center.
Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the well in the flour. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a small amount of flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Lightly grease a large bowl with a small amount of olive oil. Place the dough into the bowl and turn it to coat with oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough to release air. Shape it as desired—loaves, rolls, or for other uses.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking loaves or rolls. For pizza or flatbreads, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Bake the shaped dough according to its use: about 25-30 minutes for loaves, 15-20 minutes for rolls, or 10-12 minutes for flatbreads or pizza crusts.
Remove the bread from the oven once it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Let cool on a wire rack before slicing or serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3552 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.0 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
