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Bread in a Bag

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Category: Bread, Baking
  • Method: Oven-baked, No-knead
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This easy Bread in a Bag recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a quick, no-mess way to make delicious homemade bread. With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, you’ll have fresh, warm bread ready in under an hour! Perfect for a cozy meal or a baking activity with the kids.


Ingredients

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  1. 3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  2. 3 tsp sugar
  3. 1 packet rapid-rise yeast
  4. 1 cup warm water (110°F)
  5. 3 tbsp olive oil
  6. 1 ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  • Combine the Ingredients:
    In a large zip-top bag, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, yeast, and warm water. Seal the bag and let it sit for 10 minutes, allowing the yeast to activate.

  • Add More Ingredients:
    Add another cup of flour, olive oil, and salt to the bag. Seal the bag and knead it for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the dough is smooth and combined.

  • Shape the Dough:
    Add the remaining flour to the bag and shape the dough into a loaf. You may need to remove some excess flour as the dough comes together.

  • Let the Dough Rise:
    Let the dough rise inside the bag for 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

  • Bake the Bread:
    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.

  • Enjoy:
    Let the bread cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven!


Notes

  • If you don’t have a loaf pan, you can shape the dough into a round and bake it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • You can add herbs or garlic to the dough for extra flavor.
  • Store any leftover bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg