Description
Quick homemade bread offers a delightful solution for busy kitchens, promising warm, aromatic slices without lengthy preparation. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying recipe that brings comfort and flavor to your table in mere moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil or melted butter
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 425F (220C) and coating a baking pan with a light grease to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the powdery components – ensuring an even distribution of flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Create a unified mixture by gently incorporating milk and olive oil (or melted butter) into the dry ingredients, stirring minimally to form a cohesive dough without overmixing.
- Carefully transfer the dough into the prepared baking pan, using gentle motions to spread it evenly across the surface, creating a uniform thickness.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring the bread’s transformation to a golden-brown hue and checking doneness with a toothpick test.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bread to rest momentarily, then slice into desired portions, serving while still warm for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Quick bread works best with room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for dietary restrictions.
- Add herbs like rosemary or thyme to transform the basic recipe into a savory version with extra flavor complexity.
- Brush melted butter on top immediately after baking for a golden, crispy crust that adds richness and shine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 183 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg