Bread Recipes
Discover delicious bread recipes! From quick weeknight dinners to gourmet dishes, we've got everything you need to create amazing bread meals at home.
Quick and Dirty Focaccia
A super easy, high-hydration focaccia with minimal effort. Mix in a bowl, pour into a pan, and bake. The result is a golden, crisp crust with a soft, airy interior and large bubbles, all without kneading or folding.
Authentic Focaccia
This is what real focaccia is all about—not the bland, spongy bread you might be used to. This recipe creates a bread with a perfect, crispy outside and a soft, moist, and fluffy interior with a little bit of chew. It’s an authentic Italian bread with so much character and flavor that you won’t be able to stop at just one piece. The secret? A special dough that gives it an incredible texture and an irresistible taste.
Gingerbread Boxes & Mason Jars
These aren't your average gingerbread cookies! Learn how to transform simple gingerbread dough into charming, edible boxes or mason jars. With no cookie cutters or mixers required, this recipe is perfect for creating completely unique, homemade gifts. While both are stunning, the mason jars are a bit easier to make since they don't require construction. This recipe is specifically designed to create a sturdy, yet delicious, gingerbread that holds its shape perfectly during baking.
Easy Sandwich Bread (Without Yeast)
This recipe delivers a fantastic bread loaf without the need for yeast or any other unusual ingredients. It bakes up with a proper crumb that is sliceable, unlike many other 'no-yeast' breads that end up with a cake-like or muffin-like texture. Loosely inspired by Damper, a traditional Australian bread cooked over a campfire, this modern version is perfect for everything from sandwiches to toast. You'll be amazed at how close this comes to a classic loaf of bread!
Parmesan Thyme Bread Crust Snacks
Turn leftover bread crusts into an irresistible snack! This recipe is a clever way to use up bread ends and is a surefire hit with both kids and adults. The crusts are tossed with olive oil, parmesan cheese, and savory dried thyme, then baked to golden, crunchy perfection. It’s a simple, quick, and delicious solution for a no-waste snack.
Cinnamon Sugar Bread Crust Treats
Say goodbye to wasted bread crusts and hello to a new favorite snack! These crispy, crunchy treats are a fantastic way to get everyone—young and old—to happily eat their crusts. They taste just like crunchy cinnamon doughnuts but are a bit healthier and incredibly simple to make. It’s the perfect ten-minute treat to curb those sugar cravings!
No-Knead Artisan Yeast Bread
This is the world's easiest yeast bread, delivering the same incredible results as the expensive artisan loaves you find at bakeries. You'll achieve a perfect crispy, chewy crust and a light, airy interior with those beautiful large holes, much like a sourdough. This recipe is very forgiving, so don't worry if things don't go perfectly—it's easy to fix. We've included lots of helpful tips, including how to make it without a Dutch oven and a fantastic make-ahead option for up to three days.
Easy Soft Flatbread (No Yeast)
Create incredibly soft and pliable flatbreads with this ridiculously easy, no-yeast recipe! The dough comes together in just a minute or two of kneading, making it perfect for beginners. These flatbreads are ideal for using as wraps, dipping, or serving alongside your favorite meals. This recipe is also fantastic for meal prepping, as the dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Plus, we've included helpful notes on substitutions, including options for gluten-free and dairy-free versions!
Moist and Easy Cornbread (with Creamed Corn)
This is not your average dry, crumbly cornbread. Thanks to the secret ingredient—canned creamed corn—this recipe delivers an incredibly moist and tender crumb with a delightful sweetness. It’s a classic Northern-style cornbread that’s surprisingly quick to whip up and perfect as a side dish for anything from chili to barbecue. The texture is what truly sets it apart—it’s never dry!
Spiced Gingerbread Men Cookies
These classic gingerbread men cookies are packed with a bold, festive flavor from all the wonderful spices. The aroma alone will fill your home with the scent of Christmas! They are the perfect balance of soft and chewy with a lovely spicy kick, not overly sweet. The secret to their incredible moistness is a slightly sticky dough, but don't worry—the recipe includes simple tips to make rolling and cutting a breeze.
Shortbread Cookies
These buttery shortbread cookies are everything they should be – tender, crumbly, and not overly sweet. The secret to their delicate texture is a high butter ratio that melts in your mouth with each bite. They bake to a pale golden finish, never browned, just the way true shortbread is meant to be. For the cleanest cuts with no crumbles, partially bake first, slice, then finish in the oven. This method delivers those neat bakery-style bars while keeping the signature crumbly bite. Perfect for serving with tea or coffee, these Scottish classics are simple yet indulgent.
Cheese Bread
A crusty artisan-style cheese bread that requires no kneading yet delivers bakery-quality results. The dough is mixed in minutes and left to rise until bubbly and doubled, then baked in a hot pot for a golden, cheesy crown. The loaf is soft, springy, and packed with melted cheese throughout, while the exterior forms a crisp crust. Using the fold-and-layer method ensures pockets of gooey cheese inside with plenty of melted cheese on top. This foolproof recipe is forgiving, impressive, and dangerously addictive, best enjoyed warm and fresh from the oven.
Bread and Butter Pudding
A classic British dessert that is golden and buttery on top with a soft, custardy interior. Using slightly stale bread enhances texture, creating a dessert that feels indulgent yet comforting. Sweet but not overpowering, it is perfect with ice cream, cream, custard, or sauces of your choice. This version is less sweet than many American recipes, focusing on rich vanilla and butter flavors.
Pull Apart Pizza Bread
This is the ultimate party food! Every piece you pull from the loaf is a mini pizza, complete with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. The best part is that you can make it ahead of time, freeze it, and even reheat it in the microwave without it getting soggy. This recipe is an absolute crowd-pleaser and is perfect for sharing at any gathering.
Aloo Paratha (Indian Potato Stuffed Flatbread)
Aloo Paratha is a beloved Indian breakfast dish. This recipe is incredibly versatile and easy to make, with a simple, elastic dough that requires just a 20-minute rest. The flatbreads are filled with a flavorful spiced potato mixture, and the result is a comforting, satisfying dish that's perfect for breakfast or as an appetizer. The recipe provides many variations and substitutions so you can adapt it to your taste.
Chicken and Spinach Strata (Bread Bake)
Whip up a quick and easy dinner with this chicken and spinach strata. This recipe is a fantastic way to use up leftovers—no chopping required! It creates a savory bread bake filled with layers of bread, chicken, spinach, and cheese, all held together by a rich, custardy egg mixture. It's a comforting meal that comes together in a snap.
Chili Con Carne Corn Bread Pie
This recipe takes a delicious chili con carne and tops it with a quick and easy corn bread crust for a hearty and comforting meal. The corn bread batter comes together in just a few minutes, making this a perfect weeknight dinner. You can bake it as one large pie or as individual servings. For extra flavor and texture, consider adding vegetables like corn and peas to the chili filling.
Cheese, Garlic and Herb Quick Bread (no yeast)
This is the ultimate savory quick bread, baked without yeast for a fast and easy result. The loaf is packed with irresistible ribbons of cheese and fresh herbs, plus a rich, garlicky flavor throughout. It slices beautifully and is especially amazing when toasted. This bread is perfect for morning tea, taking on a picnic, serving as a side to your favorite meals, or even for dunking into hearty soups and stews. For the best experience, serve it warm with a generous smear of butter!
Easy Cinnamon Bread
This easy-to-make Cinnamon Swirl Quick Bread is so moist it stays fresh for days without drying out. Made without yeast, this loaf has a tender, buttery crumb and is filled with incredible pockets of sweet, sticky cinnamon sugar. It's the perfect treat for breakfast, afternoon tea, or anytime you crave a sweet, comforting snack. This recipe makes one loaf that serves 8 to 10 people.
Cheesy Zucchini Bread
This is an incredibly moist and flavorful savory quick bread that’s so good, you won’t even need butter to enjoy it! Even though it’s packed with two full zucchinis, the flavor is subtle and delicious. The zucchini (also known as courgettes) is the secret to its amazing moistness. This cheesy bread is a fantastic savory treat that’s perfect for a snack or as a side with a meal.
Cheese and Garlic Crack Bread
A decadent garlic bread perfect for sharing, with melted cheese tucked into every crack. Crusty on the outside, soft and flavorful inside, this pull-apart bread is ideal as an appetizer or a side for dinner. Simple to make ahead and reheat, it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Panzanella (Italian Tomato and Bread Salad)
Panzanella is a classic Tuscan salad that simply screams summer. It's an explosion of flavors from ripe, juicy tomatoes, fresh cucumber, and aromatic basil. The addition of lightly toasted bread cubes gives it a delicious texture and makes it hearty enough to serve as a satisfying lunch or a light meal. The secret to this salad's success is using the absolute best, most flavorful tomatoes you can find. A crucial step is toasting the bread, which prevents it from turning into a soggy mess and ensures every bite is as incredible as the first.
Garlic Bread
Homemade garlic bread that outshines any takeout. Using fresh garlic gives it a vibrant, rich flavor that store-bought versions cannot match. A soft French stick or baguette with a thin crust provides the perfect texture: crisp on the outside and soft inside. Easy to prepare, ideal for serving with pasta, pizza, or as a snack.
Cinnamon Apple Bread
This is a fantastic and relatively quick-to-make sweet loaf that's perfect for an afternoon treat or a special breakfast. While there's a generous amount of fruit in this bread, making the chopping the most time-consuming part, the end result is well worth it! The secret to its incredible moisture is a combination of yogurt and oil, which ensures it stays fresh and delicious for days. You can also add toasted walnuts for a delightful, soft crunch, and an elegant apple slice topping for a beautiful finish. Both are optional, allowing you to easily customize the recipe to your liking.
No Yeast Bread – Irish Soda Bread
Rustic and hearty bread made without yeast, using baking soda for rise. This traditional Irish soda bread is quick to prepare, with an aerated, chewy crumb. A combination of white and wholemeal flour gives the best flavor. Perfect served warm for sandwiches, dunking, or toasting.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Zucchini? What zucchini? You'll never guess the secret ingredient in this unbelievably moist and decadent chocolate loaf! This recipe will deliver a rich, fudgy texture that melts in your mouth, with plenty of delicious chocolate chunks. It's a brilliant way to use up fresh zucchini, transforming it into the most amazing sweet treat. This recipe makes one large loaf.
3 Ingredient Shortbread Cookie Sandwich w/ Dulce De Leche
These shortbread cookies are incredibly simple to make, requiring only three ingredients and 10 minutes of prep time. When they’re ready, they are sandwiched with a rich, delicious Dulce De Leche caramel filling that also takes just a few minutes to prepare. This recipe makes generous, substantial cookies, but you can easily adjust the size to your preference—just be sure to modify the baking time accordingly.
Quick Cheesy Garlic Bread
This is the fastest and most delicious way to prepare cheesy garlic bread. The secret lies in a simple process: first, drizzle the bread with melted garlic butter and bake it to a perfect crisp, then top it generously with cheese and return it to the oven to melt into a gooey, bubbly masterpiece. The shape is ideal for dipping into your favorite soups and stews, making it the perfect upgrade for any meal. Each batch yields 8 pieces.
Fattoush With Crunchy Flatbread Ribbons
This is my take on the classic Middle Eastern fattoush salad, made special with a generous pile of crunchy flatbread ribbons—which is everyone's favorite part! The salad is light and refreshing, with a zesty lemon dressing that gets an extra kick from sumac and the warm flavor of paprika. This recipe is a fantastic side dish for 4 or a light meal for 2.
Lunchbox Pizza Bread (Quick)
This quick and easy pizza bread is the perfect solution for busy mornings, creating a delightful savory snack for lunchboxes or a fantastic morning tea treat. This recipe was inspired by a desire for an economical alternative to the popular pizza bread sold at bakeries. To make it super convenient, it’s designed for use with store-bought pizza sauce and pre-shredded cheese. The addition of sour cream and olive oil ensures a moist and tender crumb that stays fresh for up to four days in an airtight container.
Garlic Bread Mini Pizzas
These irresistible mini pizzas are a perfect fusion of garlic bread and pizza. Made with fresh bread brushed with a savory garlic butter, they are baked in a muffin tin to create a fun, handheld appetizer. The filling options are endless, allowing you to top them with your favorite pizza ingredients. They are the perfect party food that is easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit.
Parmesan Shortbread Biscuits
These savory shortbread biscuits have the tender, buttery texture of classic shortbread with a delicious, cheesy kick from parmesan. Each biscuit has a wonderfully soft crumble that melts in your mouth. This recipe is a perfect snack or appetizer and, for the best results, requires precise measurement of ingredients by weight rather than by cups, as noted in the recipe.
Classic French Brioche
Indulge in the rich, buttery elegance of this Classic French Brioche, a golden loaf that’s surprisingly achievable at home. Light, airy, and subtly sweet, this traditional recipe, crafted with guidance from a French chef, delivers boulangerie-quality results. With a delicate, flaky crust and a cotton candy-like shred when torn, it’s perfect for breakfast with jam, savory sandwiches, or decadent French toast. No stand mixer? No problem—use the food processor method or refrigerate the dough for easy prep!