Simple Soft Wheat Bread

A straightforward homemade wheat bread with a soft, airy crumb. This recipe uses basic pantry ingredients and a few simple rises to produce two delicious loaves perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh out of the oven.

EasyWesternServes 8

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Source Video
3h 7m
Prep
40m
Cook
27m
Cleanup
4h 14m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$1.13
Per serving:$0.14

Critical Success Points

  • Activating the yeast with properly warm water
  • First rise (15‑20 min)
  • Second rise (40‑50 min)
  • Shaping the dough without deflating too much
  • Baking at two temperatures (200°C then 180°C)

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and baking sheet with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • Do not use water hotter than 45°C when activating yeast, as it can kill the yeast.

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