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Freshly baked homemade bread loaf cooling on a rack with a golden crust brushed with butter
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Homemade Bread

A soft, slightly sweet homemade bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, French toast, or serving alongside dinner. Easy to make and great for beginners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp yeast
  • 3 cups flour
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Butter for brushing

Method
 

  1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let bloom 5–10 minutes.
  2. Add flour, salt, and oil. Mix until dough forms.
  3. Knead for 10 minutes.
  4. Let rise in a greased bowl for 60 minutes.
  5. Shape into loaf and place in pan.
  6. Let rise another 60 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  8. Brush with melted butter while cooling.