Basic Bread Dough with Minimal Ingredients Recipe

Name: Basic Bread Dough with Minimal Ingredients
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 135 grams Strong bread flour; 15 grams Cake flour; 2 to 3 grams Instant dry yeast; 80 ml Milk; 1 grams Salt; 15 grams Sugar; 10 grams Butter; 25 grams Egg (See Step 6); 1 Filling; 1 Egg for the egg-wash

Servings: persons

1
Combine all ingredients except the butter, and mix.
2
Add the butter, mix evenly, then bring the dough together and knead.
3
Place the dough in the oven at a low temperature, allow the dough to rise until it doubles in size (1st proof).
4
After it rises, separate the dough into desired amount of rolls, let sit for 10 minutes.
5
Shape into desired shapes, lay on a cookie sheet, then return to the oven for 2nd prove.
6
As soon as they rise, preheat the oven.
7
Brush with egg wash, if desired, then bake for about 12 minutes in oven preheated to 355F/180C.
8
After the first prove, the dough should weigh about 280 g. Separate the dough into five parts, into about 56 g each.
9
You can omit the egg and substitute milk.
10
For this, use about 110 ml milk.

225

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 135 grams Strong bread flour, 15 grams Cake flour, 2 to 3 grams Instant dry yeast, 80 ml Milk, and more.

Yes, Basic Bread Dough with Minimal Ingredients falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basic Bread Dough with Minimal Ingredients

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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