This bread recipe offers a simple yet flavorful take on homemade bread, perfect for any occasion. What sets this bread apart is the “seasoning bomb” technique where each loaf is flavored with a generous coating of your favorite seasoning blend, whether it’s everything bagel seasoning, cinnamon sugar, or any other creative mix. This bread is a delightful appetizer on its own or pairs wonderfully with soups and salads, showcasing a balance of simplicity and bold, savory flavors that everyone will enjoy.
Seasoning Bomb Peasant Bread
What sets this bread apart is the "seasoning bomb" technique where each loaf is flavored with a generous coating of your favorite seasoning blend, whether it's everything bagel seasoning, cinnamon sugar, or any other creative mix.
Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour all purpose can be used
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast or active dry yeast
- 2 cups lukewarm water
- 2 oil
- 4 tablespoons of your favorite seasoning bomb everything bagel, cinnamon sugar, etc.
Instructions
- If you are using instant yeast: Whisk together the flour, salt, sugar and instant yeast in a large bowl. Add the water and mix until it is absorbed.
- Cover the bowl with a tea towel or plastic wrap and set aside in a warm spot to rise until the dough doubles in volume, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Dribble the oil into the bowls, making sure to cover the surface of the bowl. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the seasoning bomb into each bowl. Turn the bowl to ensure the entire surface is coated in the seasoning. Set aside.
- Using 2 forks, release the dough from the sides of the bowl. As you release the dough from the sides, pull it towards the center. Using your 2 forks, divide the dough into 2 equal portions: eye the center of the mass of dough, and starting from the center and working out, pull the dough apart. Use the two forks again to transfer each half into your prepared bowls. No need to dirty your hands!
- Let the dough rise until it just crowns the rim of the bowls, about 30 minutes; depending on the time of year, this may take more or less time.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 375 degrees F and bake until the loaves are evenly golden all around, 17 to 20 minutes more. Remove the bowls from the oven and turn the loaves out onto cooling racks. Let cool for at least 20 minutes before cutting.