Bread Recipe (No-Oven!)

Can you believe that you can now make soft, tender, and delicious No-Oven Homemade Bread?

Whether you are a passionate baker craving a delicious crusty sourdough or a busy parent that needs a cheap, easy, and nutritious meal, baking your own bread is the way to go.

You may think that you need an oven to make bread, but in this recipe, I’ll show you how to make the best bread even without an oven!

In this blog post, you’ll learn the basics of baking bread, the key equipment and ingredients you’ll need, and a few tips to help you get your favorite loaf of bread ready in no time.

How to Make Homemade Bread

There are bread options in grocery stores, but nothing beats the quality of homemade bread.

So let’s get baking and make homemade bread a part of your daily diet! You don’t even need an oven to make this super soft bread.

Ingredients

Let’s start with everything you need to make homemade bread.

Bread flour

What better flour to use for bread than bread flour? It can help you knead and mold the bread to your desired shape. The bread will also become soft, tender, and moist for the right texture.

This is popularly used in making sourdough, brioche, and other baked goods. It’s my go-to flour for Air Fryer Bread, Braided Bread, and Soft Bread!

Yeast

You need to add yeast to make the dough easier to knead. It also gives the bread a high rise for a fluffy and airy quality that you’re always looking for in bread.

The yeast also contributes to the rich and crusty texture of the loaf. The gluten network is the secret to good bread, so enhance it by adding yeast. 

Salted butter

Butter and salt make a great combination because they can improve the flavor and texture. Hence, salted butter can definitely take your bread to the next level.

According to Sally’s Baking Addiction, salter butter also gives the bread a longer shelf life.

Egg

In bread recipes, eggs are binders for all the ingredients. The egg is also good for the texture, flavor, and color of the bread. According to Masterclass, the egg even adds a leavening effect.

There are also lots of egg substitutes you can use for making bread. I make sure to use an egg in every bread recipe!

Seasoning 

Don’t forget to season it for flavorful homemade bread. Sugar, nutmeg, milk powder, and sea salt add sweetness and distinct flavors. Milk powder can even help with the crust of the bread. 

You only need these simple ingredients to make the most stellar homemade bread! If you have these household condiments in stock, let’s put them to good use by baking! 

Directions

Now, unleash the inner baker in you and try this bread! 

1. Sieve the bread flour, sugar, nutmeg, sea salt, and milk powder into a bowl.
2. Add the yeast and mix with a spatula until well combined.
3. Pour in the water and egg. 
4. Knead it using a mixer for 5 minutes or a whisk for 25 minutes.
5. Gradually add the softened salted butter while kneading. 
6. Cover and let the dough rest for at least 15 minutes. 
7. Measure all sides of the loaf pan and cut the baking paper accordingly.
8. Insert it into the pan and butter or grease the lid. 
9. Cut the dough into 3 equal parts.
10. Roll each piece with a rolling pin.
11. Fold it inwards until you form a cylindrical shape. 
12. Repeat the process on the same dough once more.
13. Arrange them in the lined loaf pan and cover them with the lid.
14. Set it aside in a warm place to rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until it doubles in size. 
15. Place a large pot on the stove set at high heat.
16. Put the ceramic beans inside and the iron rack in the middle. 
17. Cover the pot and preheat it for 30 minutes until it reaches 200°C.
18. Put the loaf pan on the iron stand. Let it cook for 10 minutes. 
19. Use a towel or potholder to turn it onto the other side to bake for another 10 minutes.
20. Cook the other sides for 5 minutes each. Remove it from heat and allow it to cool. 

No-oven homemade bread has never been this easy. Don’t forget to share how your bread turned out!

Tips

Storing Baking Ingredients

• Store the flour, nutmeg, sea salt, and milk powder in their original packaging or airtight containers.
• Place them in cool and dry areas to prolong shelf life.  
• On the other hand, the yeast is best stored in the fridge.
• Store the salted butter in the fridge or the freezer. 

Lining the Loaf Pan

Use non-stick baking paper, a pencil, a ruler, and scissors for the lining. 

1. Position the loaf pan in the middle of the baking paper.
2. Mark the corners with the pencil and connect them to the edge of the paper. You should be able to form squares on each corner of the paper.
3. Cut the squares out for a cross-like figure. 
4. Then, you can easily fit it in the loaf pan!

This is a helpful tip so you can effortlessly take the bread out of the pan. 

How to Roll the Dough Without a Rolling Pin

Rolling the dough is fun, even if you don’t have a rolling pin! As alternatives, you can use a wine bottle, a drinking glass, a tumbler, a clean PVC pipe, or even your hands. 

Storing Dough with Yeast

After trying this recipe, I’m sure you will want to make it more often in the future. So, check out these methods on how you can store yeasted dough. 

• You can refrigerate the dough before it rises but note that this might slow down the leavening process.
• Allow the dough to expand in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
• It’s better to put the dough in the fridge once it has fully risen. 
• For the rolled-out dough, you can wrap it in aluminum foil or cling film and transfer it into freezer bags to store in the freezer to last up to 2 weeks.
• To use, let it thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, let it rise on the counter. 

Common Bread Dough Problems

If you encounter any of these problems, then check out these solutions you can use as remedies. 

The dough is not rising or lacks rising

The rise in the dough is essential to make fluffy and soft bread. Use a sufficient amount of yeast, as it is a powerful leavening agent. Use quality and viable yeast for the dough. 

The bread is soggy

This problem may be due to the material of the loaf pan. It is also why turning the bread as it cooks is important. Moreover, you can continue baking it for a few more minutes to expand the bread thoroughly. 

The dough is sticking to your hands and on the surface

Sprinkle flour or semolina on the surface and on your hands to prevent sticking. However, do not overuse it as it can also add to the bread’s gluten, which may lead to a tough texture. You may also use butter or oil to grease. 

Overproofed dough

Proofing of bread can take up to 2 hours. To prevent having over-proofed dough, check it for doneness after at least 45 minutes. Apply pressure on the dough, and it is ready for baking if it bounces back. 

The bread is too crumbly

If the bread crumbles easily, then this means that it lacks moisture. Don’t skip the water to provide better structure and texture from the inside out. 

Homemade Bread Variations

To make it vegan-friendly, you can skip the eggs, but note that this will change the bread’s texture and flavor. On the other hand, you can make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour. You can also try lactose-free milk such as almond milk.

In fact, you can mix it with mashed ripe bananas to give the bread a tropical fruit flavor. Actually, you can season it with cinnamon, vanilla extract, or nuts. Also, if you don’t have yeast, you can use baking powder instead.

If you don’t have time to cook it on the stove, then you can bake it in the oven. Set the oven to 200°C and let it bake for up to 45 minutes. There’s no need to turn the loaf pan over as it will be heated as a whole in the oven. 

Recommended Tools

• Pot: Cook the bead in a pot on the stove. 
• Iron stand: Place this at the center of the pot to position the pan.
• Ceramic baking beans: Use these to distribute heat for thoroughly cooked bread. 
• Loaf pan: Bake the dough in a loaf pan to maintain form. 
• Mixer: Knead the dough using a mixer.
• Silicone pastry brush: Grease the surface and the loaf pan with a silicone brush.
• Silicone spatula: Use this to mix and incorporate ingredients into the batter.
• Whisk: Combine ingredients well with a whisk. 
• Measuring cups and spoons: Be precise with the condiments for the fluffiest and tastiest bread. 
• Small glass bowls: Prepare the ingredients in glass bowls. 
• Dough cutter: Slice the dough into sections with a dough cutter. 

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How to Serve Homemade Bread

This bread recipe is so flavorful that you can eat it on its own. You can put all sorts of toppings and spreads, such as strawberry jam, peanut butter, or guacamole.  In addition, you can convert it into French Toast, Bread Pizza, and sandwiches! 

It pairs well with eggs, hotdogs, bacon, tuna, moi moi, and more! You can have it at any time of the day to supply you with energy and nutrients. You may try coffee, milk, hot chocolate, iced tea, smoothies, and other nutritious drinks for beverages. 

The USDA recommends up to 6 servings per day for males and females aged 19 to 15. 

Storage Tips

• At room temperature: Put the bread in a bread box, container, or resealable bag and store it at room temperature to last up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make bread without an oven?

Of course! In this recipe, you will learn how to make bread without an oven. You can cook the bread in the air fryer or in a pot. The best part is you can still make bread that’s fluffy, light, and delicious!

What can I use instead of the oven for bread?

Instead of cooking the bread in the oven, you can also cook it in the air fryer or pot. I suggest using yeast for bread dough to cook it outside the oven.

How can I bake without an oven?

Yes, you can bake without an oven. Sometimes, cooking in the air fryer or in a pot makes a good alternative solution. However, it also depends on the recipe you want to cook.

Can bread be cooked on the stove?

Yes, bread can be cooked on the stove. I suggest using ceramic baking beans for better heat distribution in the pot. The steam from the pot and stove will help cook the bread properly.