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Quick 20-Minute Homemade Bread

Fast and easy homemade bread that requires no kneading or rising time, perfect for busy weeknights and last-minute meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Quick Bread
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 0.75 cup milk room temperature
  • 1 egg large, beaten

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, milk, and beaten egg. Whisk until fully blended.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently fold together just until combined into a shaggy dough. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn dough onto prepared baking sheet. Shape into a round loaf approximately 6-7 inches in diameter and 2 inches tall.
  6. Score a deep X pattern across the top of the loaf, cutting about 1/2 inch deep.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  8. Transfer to a wire cooling rack. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter.

Notes

Best enjoyed the day it's made. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Refresh day-old bread by warming in foil at 300°F for 10 minutes. Make sure baking powder is fresh for best results.