Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Make a well in the center and pour in warm water and olive oil.
- Stir with a wooden spoon until dough is shaggy and sticky.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 1 minute until smooth.
- Shape into a round loaf and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Score the top with a sharp knife for appearance and even baking.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped underneath.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
- Add herbs like rosemary or thyme for savory flavor.
- Mix in cheese or garlic for extra depth.
- Sweeten with cinnamon or raisins for a dessert-style loaf.
- Can be shaped into rolls or flatbread rounds.
- Store in airtight container for 2 days or freeze up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
