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Easy 20-Minute Homemade Bread Dough

A quick and versatile bread dough perfect for loaves, rolls, or pizza crust.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) Instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup (110°F) Warm water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 1/2 cups Bread flour
  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix the yeast, sugar, olive oil, and warm water in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine the bread flour, whole wheat flour, and salt in a separate bowl.
  3. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Knead the dough by hand for 5–7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
  5. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, covered with a damp towel.
  6. Shape the dough into your preferred style (loaves, rolls, or pizza crust).
  7. Bake according to specific recipe instructions for your chosen shape.

Notes

Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure proper water temperature for yeast activation. Brush with olive oil before baking for a softer crust.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 4.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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