Quick Bread Dough
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
think warm bath water
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
use vegetable for sweet bread recipes
- 2 1/2 cups flour
Directions
- 1
Mix together the warm water, yeast, oil, and sugar. Let rest for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix the salt into the flour in a stand mixer bowl.
- 3
After the yeast has proofed, add the yeast mixture to the flour. Knead with the dough hook until a dough forms, and then continue kneading for an additional 5-6 minutes until dough is elastic and smooth.
- 4
Cover and let rise for about 10 minutes.
- 5
Divide the dough into 8 portions and shape into balls.
- 6
Lightly grease an 8-inch round baking dish and layer the dough inside.
- 7
Optional: allow to rise for an additional 10-20 minutes. Or skip straight to baking.
- 8
Bake at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes. Brush with melted butter and serve warm.
- 9
Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to be about 1/4-inch thick and a circular shape.
- 10
Brush the dough with melted butter.
- 11
Use a pizza cutter to cut 4 lines across the dough and divide it into 8 equal wedges (the same way you would cut a pizza).
- 12
Roll each piece of dough, starting at the large end of the wedge.
- 13
Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- 14
Optional: allow to rise for an additional 10-20 minutes. Or skip straight to baking.
- 15
Bake at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes. Brush with melted butter and serve warm.
- 16
Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to be about 1/4-inch thick and a rectangular shape.
- 17
Spread the filling over the dough.
- 18
Roll the dough starting with the long end.
- 19
Slice the dough into 9 equal pieces.
- 20
Grease a 9x9 baking dish and layer the slices of dough inside.
- 21
Optional: allow to rise for an additional 10-20 minutes. Or skip straight to baking.
- 22
Bake at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes. Spread icing or glaze over top and serve while warm.
- 23
Roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface to be about 1/4-inch thick and a circular shape. Transfer to the pizza pan.
- 24
Brush the dough with olive oil. Prick several times with a fork.
- 25
Add sauce and toppings.
- 26
Bake at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes.
Quick Bread Dough
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of fresh-baked pizza or warm, pillowy rolls but short on time? This quick bread dough recipe is your secret weapon, designed to be ready for shaping in less than 30 minutes, bringing homemade goodness within easy reach for everything from pizza crusts to cinnamon rolls and dinner rolls.
The magic of this dough lies in its balanced ingredient ratio, activating active dry yeast efficiently with warm water and sugar. This clever combination allows for a speedy rise, letting you skip the long proofing times typically associated with yeasted breads, without sacrificing the tender texture you crave. It’s a game-changer for spontaneous baking.
Prepare for a wonderfully versatile dough that yields beautifully tender results, whether you're crafting savory pizza crusts or indulgent cinnamon rolls. It bakes up with a light, airy crumb perfect for dinner rolls, or a satisfying chew when stretched thin for pizza. You'll love the fresh aroma of baking bread filling your home, all from a dough that comes together with impressive speed.
This adaptable dough is perfect for both sweet and savory applications. For a classic pizza crust or savory dinner rolls, use olive oil for a rich flavor profile. If your heart is set on sweet treats like cinnamon rolls, opt for vegetable oil to keep the dough's flavor neutral, allowing your fillings and glazes to truly shine.
This dough is your go-to for quick weeknight pizzas, impromptu cinnamon roll cravings, or when you need a batch of simple dinner rolls to complement any meal. It's the foundation for countless delicious possibilities, ready when you are.