Add Ins Bread

Elevate your bread-baking game with this customizable "Add Ins Bread" recipe, a versatile and easy-to-make loaf that's perfect for home bakers of all skill levels. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and olive oil, this bread allows you to unleash your creativity by mixing in your favorite add-ins, such as crunchy nuts, hearty seeds, savory cheese, sweet dried fruits, or fragrant fresh herbs. The result is a soft, golden loaf with bursts of flavor and texture in every bite. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, as a dinner side, or as the star of your next charcuterie board. With minimal prep time and detailed step-by-step instructions, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of simplicity and customization. Discover the joy of baking fresh bread tailored to your taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1.25 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup optional add-ins (e.g., chopped nuts, seeds, shredded cheese, dried fruits, or fresh herbs)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Reserve the remaining 1/4 cup of flour for later adjustments.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Gradually mix in your chosen add-ins, such as nuts, seeds, cheese, or dried fruits, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 4

If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in the reserved flour a little at a time until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5-7 minutes with the stand mixer, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan or shape it into a freeform round for baking on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Cover the shaped dough loosely and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until it has puffed up significantly.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). When ready, bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	966 grams (966.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2879

Total Fat 111.80g	143%
Saturated Fat 20.90g	105%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 2768mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 382.70g	139%
Dietary Fiber 27.80g	99%
Total Sugars 65.80g
Protein 80.20g	160%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 452mg	35%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 1265mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.2%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 53.6%