Basic High-Altitude Bread

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Very easy bread recipe that I use for sandwich bread, pizza dough, and even naan! I live in Colorado Springs at an altitude of about 5,500 feet. This recipe works really well for me.

Submitted by Brady McPeak

Updated on February 4, 2024

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 40 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 35 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

1 loaf

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Ingredients

1 cup warm water (100 degrees F/40 degrees C)
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
3 cups bread flour
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Combine water and yeast and let sit until foamy, about 10 minutes.
Combine flour, coconut oil, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture in a bowl. Knead until silky-smooth, about 15 minutes. Place dough in a large, lightly-oiled bowl and turn to coat. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.
Punch down dough and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into a loaf and place into the prepared pan. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 30 minutes.
Uncover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes for an Italian-style loaf or 45 minutes for a sandwich-style bread.

Cook’s Note

If using a bread machine, add the dry ingredients, then start the machine on the dough cycle and slowly add the coconut oil and yeast mixture.

If you are using a clay baker, soak the baker in water while preheating the oven. Bake the bread for 30 minutes with the cover on, and bake uncovered for 15 additional minutes to get a nice brown crust on top.

I also use this recipe for naan (just roll out into 1/4-inch-thick discs and fry on a griddle) or pizza (skip the second rising and just roll it out). I use coconut oil or olive oil around the edge of the pizza dough to give the crust a nice golden brown color.

Use 2 1/4 teaspoons of yeast and a bit more salt if making this recipe at a low altitude.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

230	Calories
8g	Fat
35g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 230
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Sodium 293mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 35g	13%
Dietary Fiber 1g	5%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g	12%
Calcium 9mg	1%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 65mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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