Here’s a super simple, no-knead, no-egg, no-butter bread recipe that’s cheap, quick, and beginner-friendly:
🥖 Easiest & Cheapest Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder (or 1 packet of instant yeast if you prefer)
- 1 ½ cups water (lukewarm)
Optional: seeds or herbs for flavor (sunflower seeds, sesame, rosemary)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder (or yeast if using).
- Add Water
- Pour in lukewarm water slowly and stir with a spoon until a sticky dough forms.
- No kneading needed!
- Let It Rest (If Using Yeast)
- Cover the bowl with a clean towel.
- Let it rise 30–60 minutes until it slightly puffs up.
- Shape & Bake
- Pour the dough into a greased loaf pan or shape it on a baking sheet.
- Optional: sprinkle seeds or herbs on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C / 350°F for 35–40 minutes.
- Cool & Enjoy
- Let the bread cool slightly before slicing.
- Enjoy plain, with jam, or as a sandwich base!
💡 Tips
- No yeast? Just use baking powder for a quick, denser bread.
- Add oats, herbs, or grated veggies to boost flavor and nutrition.
- This bread freezes well—slice first and store for easy use.
🧠 Bottom Line
This recipe is fast, affordable, and forgiving—no kneading, no eggs, no butter—perfect for beginners or anyone looking to simplify homemade bread.
If you want, I can give a version that comes out soft like bakery bread using just 3 ingredients plus water. Do you want me to do that?
