The Best Quick and Easy Bread Recipes for Busy Days 

Let’s be honest—when you crave warm, homemade bread, waiting hours for dough to rise just isn’t always in the cards. That’s why this no-yeast, 20-minute bread is such a game-changer. It’s simple, fast, and utterly satisfying: soft on the inside, slightly crusty on the outside, and tastes like you spent way more effort than you did. Using just pantry staples, no fancy tools or rise times needed, this bread delivers fresh, golden slices in under half an hour—perfect for beginners, busy nights, or last-minute meals. 

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1 tablespoon baking powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 cup warm water
  
  

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 °F (200 °C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
   
   

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   
   

3. Pour in the warm water and oil; stir until a soft dough forms.
   
   

4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1–2 minutes, just until smooth and cohesive. 

5. Shape into a round or oval loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
   
   

6. Use a sharp knife to make shallow slashes across the top for even baking and a rustic look.
   
   

7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
   
   

8. Let it cool on a wire rack for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
   
   

Nutrients

• Calories: ~120 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: ~1–2 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~25 g
  
  

• Protein: ~3 g