Homemade Bread in a Bag – Easy, No-Mess Recipe
Skip the store-bought bread and try this simple, mess-free Bread in a Bag recipe. With just a few pantry staples, you can make fresh, delicious bread right at home—no kneading bowls or mixers needed!
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons sugar
1 packet rapid-rise yeast
1 cup warm water (110°F)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
Instructions
Mix the First Ingredients
In a large, resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast, and warm water. Seal the bag and let it sit for 10 minutes to activate the yeast.
Add More Ingredients & Knead
Add 1 cup flour, olive oil, and salt to the bag. Seal again and knead the mixture by squeezing the bag until well combined.
Incorporate the Remaining Flour
Add the last 1 cup of flour, then remove the dough from the bag and shape it into a loaf.
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for 30 minutes.
Bake to Perfection
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Enjoy warm, homemade bread straight from your kitchen—soft on the inside, with a perfectly crisp crust!