Ah, I see you’re looking for that super-simple, minimalist bread—no fancy ingredients, no kneading, and totally forgiving. Here’s a recipe that’s basically “mix, wait, bake”:
Ingredients (One Loaf)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour if you have it)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, helps yeast)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 100–110°F / 37–43°C)
- 1–2 tablespoons oil (optional, for softer crumb)
Instructions
- Mix the dough
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm water (and oil if using) and stir until a sticky dough forms. No kneading needed! - First rise
Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, until doubled in size. - Shape
Lightly flour a loaf pan or baking sheet. Gently transfer the dough—no punching or kneading. Smooth the top a bit with wet hands. - Second rise (optional)
Let it rest 20–30 minutes for a slightly fluffier loaf. - Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake 30–35 minutes, until the top is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped. - Cool
Let the bread cool completely before slicing—it finishes setting as it cools.
💡 Tips:
- For a crustier loaf, bake on a preheated baking stone or tray.
- Add herbs, garlic, or shredded cheese for a flavor twist.
- Store in an airtight container or freeze slices for later.
This bread is basically “lazy baker magic”—cheap, simple, and no-fuss.
If you want, I can give a 15-minute “no-rise” skillet version too, which is basically instant bread for when you forget to plan. Do you want that one?
