Description
FAQs about baking bread and recipe modifications
Ingredients
Scale
- Buttermilk (or almond milk + 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for dairy-free)
- Plant-based butter (optional)
- Optional mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Cinnamon and nutmeg to taste
Instructions
- For dairy-free version: substitute buttermilk with almond milk plus 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Check bread doneness by inserting a toothpick – should come out with few moist crumbs
- Top should be golden brown and spring back when touched
- Mix ingredients just until combined to prevent sinking
- For muffins: use muffin tin, bake at same temperature for 18-22 minutes
Notes
- Avoid overmixing to prevent bread from sinking
- Ensure oven is properly calibrated
- Makes 12-14 muffins if using muffin tin
- Various mix-ins can be added for different flavors
- Check oven temperature for accurate baking
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes for muffins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
Keywords: bread recipe, dairy-free bread, muffin conversion, bread troubleshooting, mix-in variations
