Easy Homemade Bread Recipe | Dutch Oven Bread for Beginners
About this recipe
This Easy Homemade Bread Recipe is perfect for beginners looking to bake a delicious loaf without the fuss. Using just a few simple ingredients, you can create a warm, fluffy bread that’s great for sandwiches or to enjoy on its own.
In this video, Cowboy Kent Rollins shows you how to make bread using rapid rise yeast, which speeds up the process, making it a quick and satisfying project. With a little kneading and rising time, you’ll have fresh bread ready to enjoy.
Ingredient notes
- Start with 3.5 cups of all-purpose flour and add more if needed.
Tips from Cowboy Kent Rollins’s video
- Let the yeast proof until bubbles form to ensure it's active before mixing in the other ingredients.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth for the best texture.
- For a flavorful twist, consider adding garlic powder and onion powder, though these are optional.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make this bread?
- The total time to make this bread is about 2 hours.
- What should I do if my dough is too wet?
- If the dough is too wet, gradually add more flour until it reaches a shaggy consistency.
- Can I use a different type of flour?
- While all-purpose flour is used in this recipe, you can use good bread flour if you make bread regularly.
- What type of pan should I use for baking?
- You can use a greased loaf pan or a preheated Dutch oven, but ensure the Dutch oven is deep enough to allow for rising.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cowboy Kent Rollins: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 1.5 cups of warm water and 1 package of rapid rise yeast. Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and let it proof until bubbles form.
- 2
Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the yeast mixture and mix well until smooth.
- 3
Gradually add 3.5 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture, folding it in until a shaggy dough forms. You may need to add more flour if the dough is too wet.
- 4
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth.
- 5
Grease a bowl lightly and place the dough inside. Cover with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Once risen, shape the dough and place it in a greased loaf pan or a preheated Dutch oven.
- 7
Make a shallow incision on top of the dough and pour 2 tablespoons of melted butter over it.
- 8
Cover the dough again and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 9
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30 to 40 minutes until golden brown.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for garlic powder and onion powder is inferred as optional ingredients based on common bread recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Cowboy Kent Rollins’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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