5-Minute Bread Recipes:
Quick and Delicious DIY Options
Craving the warm, homemade goodness of bread but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen? Look no further! These easy 5-minute bread recipes are perfect for a quick and satisfying baking experience. Let's dive into the world of effortless bread-making.
1. Quick No-Knead Bread
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
2. Add warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven with a lid in the oven while it preheats.
5. Once the oven is ready, carefully transfer the dough into the preheated Dutch oven.
6. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
2. Speedy Garlic Parmesan Skillet Bread
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add milk and melted butter, stirring until just combined.
3. Stir in minced garlic and Parmesan cheese.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
5. Pour the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly.
6. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
3. 5-Minute Artisan Bread
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and yeast.
2. Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
3. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let it rest at room temperature for about 2 hours.
4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a baking stone or an inverted baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
5. Divide the dough into two portions and shape them into rounds.
6. Place the dough on parchment paper and transfer it onto the preheated baking stone or sheet.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
4. Easy Focaccia Bread
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a greased baking sheet and press it into a rectangular shape.
5. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 15 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
7. Using your fingers, make dimples in the dough and drizzle with olive oil. Optionally, sprinkle with fresh rosemary.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the focaccia is golden brown.
5. Quick Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ingredients:
- 1 French baguette, sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven's broiler.
2. In a bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
3. Spread the garlic butter mixture onto the sliced baguette.
4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each slice.
5. Place the slices on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Enjoy these quick and easy 5-minute bread recipes that bring the joy of freshly baked bread to your table without the wait!
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