Ingredients Needed For 20 Minute Homemade Bread
- All purpose flour. This forms the base of the bread and gives it structure. Standard all purpose flour works perfectly here and keeps the crumb soft without being dense.
- Sugar. A small amount of sugar adds just enough sweetness to balance the bread and helps with browning as it bakes.
- Baking powder. This is what makes the bread rise quickly without yeast. Make sure your baking powder is fresh for the best lift.
- Salt. Salt enhances flavor and keeps the bread from tasting flat. Even a small amount makes a big difference.
- Milk. Milk adds moisture and tenderness, creating a soft interior. Whole milk works best, but lower fat milk can also be used.
- Butter or olive oil. Melted butter adds richness and flavor, while olive oil gives a slightly lighter texture. Both work beautifully.
How I Make 20 Minute Homemade Bread
(This is a quick overview of how I make 20 minute homemade bread, with tips along the way. You’ll find the full ingredients & instructions in the recipe card below.)
- Preheat the oven and prepare your loaf pan so the bread bakes evenly and releases easily.
- Mix the dry ingredients by whisking together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Add the wet ingredients by stirring in the milk and melted butter or oil just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Transfer the batter into the loaf pan and gently smooth the top so it bakes evenly.
- Bake until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool briefly before slicing.