Bread in a Bag: Simple Homemade Loaf
A soft, golden-brown loaf made in minutes using a sealed bag for effortless kneading. Perfect for classic sandwiches and fresh breadsticks.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Combine 1½ cups flour, sugar, and yeast in a large zip-top bag
- Add warm water and olive oil; seal and squeeze until smooth
- Rest in the sealed bag for 10 minutes
- Open the bag and add salt plus remaining 1½ cups flour
- Reseal and knead dough through plastic until smooth
- Remove and knead on floured surface for 5 minutes
- Shape into a loaf and place in a greased pan
- Let rise in a warm place until doubled
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes
Notes
Use bread flour for chewier texture
Honey can substitute sugar
Vegetable oil works if olive oil is unavailable
Let dough rest 10 minutes before kneading
Honey can substitute sugar
Vegetable oil works if olive oil is unavailable
Let dough rest 10 minutes before kneading