Recipe for Soft and Economical Homemade Bread (Easy, Quick and Fluffy)

Here’s a soft, fluffy, and very economical homemade bread recipe — easy to make, quick, and perfect for daily use 
No mixer needed!

 Soft & Economical Homemade Bread

Easy • Quick • Fluffy

 Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Rest: 45–60 minutes
• Bake: 25 minutes
• Total: ~1 hour 30 minutes

 Yield

• 1 medium loaf

 Ingredients (Budget-Friendly)

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp instant yeast
• 3 tbsp oil or melted butter
• 1 cup warm water (not hot)

 Instructions

 Activate the Yeast

1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast.
2. Rest for 5–7 minutes until foamy.

 Make the Dough

1. Add flour, salt, and oil to the yeast mixture.
2. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic
   (add a little flour only if sticky).

 First Rise

1. Grease the bowl lightly.
2. Place dough inside and cover.
3. Let it rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes or until doubled.

 Shape the Bread

1. Punch down the dough gently.
2. Shape into a loaf or round bun.
3. Place in a greased pan.

 Second Rise

• Cover and let rise 20 minutes.

 Bake

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden.
3. Brush top with butter for extra softness.

 Tips for Extra Soft & Fluffy Bread

• Use lukewarm water, never hot
• Knead well — this makes bread airy
• Cover bread with a cloth while cooling
• Replace water with warm milk for richer bread

 Uses

 Sandwich bread
 Toast
 Burger buns
 Dinner rolls