Description
This No-Yeast Wonder Bread is soft, tender, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for those times when you’re out of yeast or just want fresh bread in under an hour. It’s made with simple pantry staples and rises beautifully using baking powder and baking soda instead of yeast. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or served warm with butter.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar, rested 5 minutes)
¼ cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
1 large egg
Instructions
1 Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a standard loaf pan and set aside.
2 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
3 In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, oil, and egg until smooth.
4 Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir with a spatula or wooden spoon just until the mixture comes together. Do not overmix. The batter will be thick.
5 Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
6 Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7 Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
This bread is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Toast slices for extra flavor or use it as a base for sandwiches and melts. You can add herbs, shredded cheese, or garlic powder for variations. If you don’t have buttermilk, make a quick substitute by adding vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk.