Simple Homemade Vegan Loaf Bread Recipe
There’s something special about the aroma of a freshly baked bread filling your home. The crackle of the crust and the soft pillowy crumb when you slice – it’s pure serenity. The best part? You don’t need to be a professional baker to make your own bread in your kitchen. This recipe is simple, satisfying, and perfect for everyday baking.
Whether preparing breakfast toast, making sandwiches, or simply craving a warm slice of bread with butter and jam, this easy loaf bread will become a household best-loved.
With or without an electric mixer, making this bread is wonderfully simple. Just combine all the ingredients in a bowl and let the dough rise. Once it doubles in size, give it a gentle knead, place it in a loaf pan, and allow it to rise again. When it puffs up about an inch above the pan, bake it — and in just 40 minutes, you’ll have a beautifully golden, homemade loaf ready to enjoy with your next meal.
🥣 Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or dough hook mixer
- Loaf pan (9×5 inches)
- parchment paper
- Clean kitchen towel
- Oven
🍯 Serving Ideas
- Spread with nondairy butter and jam for a cozy breakfast.
- Drizzle with homemade Fresh Fruit syrup
- Make avocado toast with a sprinkle of herbs.
- Transform it into French toast or bread pudding for a sweet indulgence.
💡 Tips & Variations
- For a softer crust, brush the top with oil or melted nondairy butter while still warm.
- Add herbs, seeds, or oats for a unique flavor and texture.
- Swap part of the flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier loaf.
Easy Vegan Loaf Bread
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, add flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix to combine.
- In the middle of the dry ingredients. Make a hole and pour the warm water and oil. Mix the dry and wet ingredients until fully combined. Note: If the dough feels sticky or dry, continue mixing until it is soft. Try to avoid adding flour or water.
- First rise:Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Shape and second rise:Punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for 30–45 minutes or until the dough rises about an inch above the pan.
- Bake:Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Bake for 5 minutes.Adjust the temp to 350°F (176°C). Bake for another 5 minutes.Adjust the temp to 300°F (148°C). Bake for 30 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy:Remove from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy warm or toasted!
🏡 Final Thoughts
Baking your own bread is one of life’s simple pleasures. With this easy loaf bread recipe, you’ll enjoy the warmth, aroma, and satisfaction of homemade goodness every time. Once you try it, you’ll wonder why you ever bought bread from the store!