This vegan bread is a delicious and nutritious recipe that is perfect for sandwiches, toast, and more. It is made with simple, plant-based ingredients that are good for your health and the environment. The texture is soft and fluffy!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There are many reasons why you will love this easy recipe for vegan bread.
- It is easy to make.
- No bread machine is required.
- It is versatile. You can customize the recipe to your liking by adding different flavors of seeds, nuts, or dried fruit.
- It is delicious.
- The bread is soft and fluffy, with a slightly chewy crust and a rich, nutty flavor.
- Vegan bread is a good source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, and protein.
- It is affordable. The ingredients for this recipe are relatively inexpensive.
- Use this bread in so many different ways!
- I love it for making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
- Check out this Vegan Banana Bread for another delicious recipe!
Ingredients & Substitutes
Get all the details on these simple ingredients in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Use all-purpose flour for this bread recipe. I have not tried using gluten-free flour.
Instant yeast helps this bread rise rapidly and quickly.
Salt adds a delicious salty flavor.
Warm water helps the yeast rise.
Olive oil adds a healthy baking fat. Feel free to use avocado oil.
Lastly, use agave syrup or another liquid sweetener of your choice. Maple syrup is another good option.
Taste & Texture
The vegan bread is soft and fluffy, with a slightly chewy crust.
The flavor is slightly nutty, with a hint of sweetness.
It will remind you of classic white bread, but even better!
How to Make
Step 1
First, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm water, olive oil, and agave syrup until well combined.
Step 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
Step 4
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 6
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Transfer it to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a loaf.
Step 7
Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise again for about 30 to 45 minutes, or until it has risen above the rim of the pan.
Step 8
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C)
Step 9
Once the dough has risen, place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 10
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Expert Tips for Success
Here are a few expert tips and tricks for making the best vegan bread.
Measure your flour correctly. Add flour to a mixing cup with a spoon. Then level it off.
Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
Allow the bread plenty of time to rise. This contributes to the light and airy texture.
Be careful not to overbake the bread.
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing it. This will help prevent the bread from crumbling.
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins
You can easily customize this vegan bread to your liking by adding different flavors of seeds, nuts, or dried fruit. Here are a few ideas.
Sunflower seeds
Flaxseed
Chia seeds
Walnuts
Pecans
Almonds
Dried cranberries
Raisins
Chocolate chips
How to Serve & Store
Vegan bread can be served fresh or toasted.
It is also delicious with vegan butter, jam, or avocado.
Serve it as a side to this Panera black bean soup or this lentil curry!
Vegan bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, you can make this bread ahead of time and freeze it. Just let it cool completely before freezing it. When you’re ready to serve it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and then toast it or eat it fresh.
To prevent the bread from sticking to the pan, grease the pan with vegan butter or cooking spray. You can also line the pan with parchment paper.
There are a lot of varieties of bread that are vegan, however many contain eggs or butter. Be sure to check the nutrition label.
There are several types of bread that are usually vegan. These include sourdough, ciabatta, baguettes, and pita bread. As always, check the ingredient list.
Trader Joe’s does offer vegan options for their bread selection.
Some store bought bread is made without eggs and butter.
Equipment Needed
Bread Pan: This is my favorite bread pan for baking bread.
Pyrex 3 Glass Mixing Bowls: These measuring bowls are great for mixing the bread batter.
Pyrex Glass Measuring Cups: Use these glass measuring cups.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup or any other sweetener of your choice
Instructions
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First, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm water, olive oil, and agave syrup until well combined.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
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Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
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Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Transfer it to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a loaf.
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Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise again for about 30 to 45 minutes, or until it has risen above the rim of the pan.
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Once the dough has risen, place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Finally, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
(Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)
Notes
- I have not tried this recipe with gluten free flour, but it will likely be more dense.
- Do not rush the dough rising process. Patience is key with this homemade bread recipe.
- The bread is done baking when it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow it to fully cool before slicing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 2g
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