Quick 20-Minute Homemade Bread

Quick 20-Minute Homemade Bread
Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk (whole milk works best, but any type will do )
2 tablespoons melted butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option )
Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) . Grease a loaf pan (approximately 8×4 inches) or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients
   In a separate bowl or measuring cup, mix the milk and melted butter (or olive oil). Stir until fully incorporated
   Form the Dough
   Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. The dough will be thick and sticky—don’t overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
4. Shape and Bake
   Transfer the dough into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula or your hands (lightly dampen your hands if the dough is too sticky).
   Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes , or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.