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Homemade Bread Bowl Recipe

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This homemade bread bowl recipe creates fluffy, delicious bread bowls perfect for serving with soup. Made from scratch using simple ingredients, these bread bowls are easy to prepare and bake, adding a warm, rustic touch to any meal.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups very warm water
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 Tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Pour the very warm water into a kitchen mixer bowl. Add the yeast and sugar and let sit for 10 minutes until frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make Dough: Attach the dough hook to the mixer. Turn it on low and slowly add the flour and salt while mixing. Add the olive oil and continue mixing until the dough forms a smooth ball.
  3. First Rise: Place the dough in a large greased bowl. Cover and let it rise for one hour or until it has doubled in size.
  4. Shape Dough Balls: Divide the dough into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball, pulling and tucking the top dough to make a smooth surface. Place each dough ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Egg Wash: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix the egg white and water to make an egg wash and brush it over each dough ball for a golden finish.
  6. Bake: Bake the dough balls for about 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make Bread Bowls: Once cool, cut a round piece from the top of each bread ball and hollow out the inside to create a bowl. Fill with your favorite soup and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the water is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
  • Use a stand mixer for easier dough mixing, but you can knead by hand if preferred.
  • Letting the dough rise properly is key to fluffy bread bowls.
  • Brush with egg wash for a shiny and golden crust.
  • You can store leftover bread bowls in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • These bread bowls are perfect for serving with homemade or canned soups.

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