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Simple 5 Ingredient Homemade Yeast Bread

This easy homemade bread requires just five pantry staples and delivers a golden, crusty loaf every single time.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 7, 2026
Simple 5 Ingredient Homemade Yeast Bread
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
45 minutes
Total
3 hours
Serves
8

Making bread at home is a wonderful way to relax after a long week. This recipe is perfect for beginners because it skips the complicated kneading process and relies on simple techniques to create a loaf with a soft interior and a beautiful, crispy crust.

Since this recipe uses only five basic ingredients, you know exactly what is going into your food. It is also a fantastic base for your own creations. You can easily add herbs, cheese, or cinnamon and raisins to turn this simple loaf into a special treat for your family.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (120 to 130 degrees F)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast until well combined.

  2. 2

    Pour in the warm water and stir until the mixture is fully incorporated into a sticky, wet dough.

  3. 3

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 2 to 3 hours, or until it has doubled in size and looks bubbly on top.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle about a tablespoon of flour onto a clean counter and scrape the dough out onto it. Sprinkle a little extra flour on top of the dough to prevent sticking.

  5. 5

    Use a dough scraper to fold the sides of the dough inward 6 to 8 times until it forms a loose round shape.

  6. 6

    Place a piece of parchment paper on your counter and flip the dough onto it so the smooth side faces up, pushing it gently to ensure it is round and smooth.

  7. 7

    Preheat your oven and a Dutch oven to the required temperature. Carefully place the dough into the hot Dutch oven using the parchment paper.

  8. 8

    Cover the pot and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 12 to 15 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy.

  9. 9

    Remove the bread from the pot and let it cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes before you slice it.

💡 Tips

To keep your bread fresh, slice the loaf from the middle and push the two cut sides back together to store it. Since this bread contains no preservatives, enjoy it within a few days or slice and freeze it for later. If you want even more flavor, let the dough rest in the refrigerator overnight to allow the starches to develop.

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