Handmade Onion Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with this rustic Handmade Onion Bread, a flavorful twist on a classic loaf. Featuring a tender, golden crust and a rich, savory aroma, this bread is infused with caramelized yellow onions for a subtly sweet and earthy depth. The recipe utilizes simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and yeast, brought to life with the addition of buttery onions and the optional hint of fresh thyme. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this bread requires just a bit of kneading and resting to achieve its soft, airy crumb. Serve warm with a pat of butter or use it to craft gourmet sandwiches—the possibilities are endless with this versatile and crowd-pleasing loaf. Keywords: Handmade Onion Bread, caramelized onions, homemade bread recipe, savory bread, rustic bread loaf.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 300 milliliters Warm water
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 10 grams Granulated sugar
• 10 grams Salt
• 30 milliliters Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 15 grams Unsalted butter
• 5 grams Fresh thyme (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients until a rough dough forms. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the caramelized onions. Thinly slice the yellow onion. Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the onions and a pinch of salt.

Step 6

Cook the onions for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. If using thyme, stir it in during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Set aside to cool.

Step 7

Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Flatten it slightly and spread the cooled caramelized onions evenly over the dough.

Step 8

Fold the dough over the onions and knead gently to incorporate them. Shape the dough into a loaf or your desired form.

Step 9

Place the shaped dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased loaf pan. Cover with a towel and let it rise for another 40 minutes.

Step 10

During the second rise, preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 11

Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1029.7 grams (1029.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2309

Total Fat 46.60g	60%
Saturated Fat 12.70g	64%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 3954mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 409.40g	149%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 17.50g
Protein 56.10g	112%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 110mg	8%
Iron 24mg	136%
Potassium 905mg	19%

*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: 18.4%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 71.8%