Quick Yeast Bread
Elevate your bread-baking game with this Quick Yeast Bread recipe, a perfect solution for those craving homemade bread without the long wait. This simple yet satisfying recipe uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of sugar to create a soft, golden crust and tender crumb in just under an hour. Designed for busy bakers, this bread skips the overnight proofing process while still delivering a fluffy, flavorful loaf that’s great for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying warm with a smear of butter. With a quick 20-minute rise time and just 25 minutes in the oven, this beginner-friendly recipe is a must-try for fresh bread lovers seeking a no-fuss baking experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add the salt, vegetable oil, and 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the bowl. Stir until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour, a little at a time, and mix until the dough comes together into a soft, slightly sticky ball. If the dough is too sticky, add an additional tablespoon of flour at a time until manageable.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Once risen, bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.5 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
