Description
This Quick and Easy French Bread Recipe results in a delicious, homemade loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy warm, crusty bread fresh from your oven in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 & 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 & 1/2 tablespoons dry yeast
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 & 1/2 tablespoons butter
- softened
- 3–4 cups all purpose flour
- spooned and leveled
- 1 egg white
- optional (for brushing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, white sugar, and dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add salt and softened butter to the yeast mixture, then gradually stir in the flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf on a baking sheet.
- Optionally brush the top with egg white for a glossy finish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
Ensure your water is warm (not hot) to activate the yeast properly. Kneading is key to achieving a good bread texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 295 mg
- Fat: 1.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg
Keywords: Quick and Easy French Bread Recipe, homemade bread, simple bread recipe, baking bread, French bread