20-Minute Homemade Bread: Fast, Fluffy & No-Fuss!


1. Mix the Dough (2 mins!)

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, yogurt, and salt until a shaggy dough forms.

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2. Shape & Score (1 min!)

  1. Turn onto a floured surface, knead 5-6 times (don’t overwork!).

  2. Form into a round or oval loaf, place on parchment paper.

  3. Cut a few shallow slashes on top (for that bakery look!).

3. Bake to Golden Perfection (17 mins!)

  1. Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 17-20 mins until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.

4. Cool (If You Can Wait!)

  • Let rest 5 mins before slicing—if you can resist!


Pro Tips for the Best Quick Bread

🔥 Use thick yogurt – Thin yogurt = dense bread.
🔥 Want crustier bread? Place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
🔥 Add flavors – Stir in garlic powder, herbs, or cheese before baking.


5 Flavor Variations

🧄 Garlic-Herb – Mix in 1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tbsp rosemary.
🧀 Cheesy Pull-Apart – Fold in ½ cup shredded cheddar.
🌿 Everything Bagel – Top with everything seasoning before baking.
🍯 Honey Wheat – Swap ½ cup flour for whole wheat + 1 tbsp honey.
🌶 Spicy Jalapeño – Add diced jalapeños + pepper jack cheese.

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