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Bread recipes

A staple part of our diet, the humble loaf comes in all shapes and sizes, flavours and varieties. From everyday white sliced for toasting at breakfast, to fruit loaves, continental breads with herbs, flatbreads for wrapping and everything in between, we have a bread recipe to suit all.

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Sweet and tart, juicy cherries are the perfect ingredient in a light and fluffy Italian focaccia
Cherry focaccia
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This easy bread recipe is made with blitzed Quaker Oats and sprinkled with whole rolled oats for extra texture. Dunk into soup or enjoy with a strong Cheddar
Oaty soda bread
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Fluffy, pillowy and delicious, these puffy cloud breads taste light as air and are totally gluten-free. Made with just three ingredients, these clever egg puffs can be served as a tasty snack or used in place of normal bread – try using two pieces to sandw
Cloud bread
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This Irish soda bread recipe is super easy-to-make, and requires minimal kneading and no proving.
Irish soda bread
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Sweet, juicy grapes are a perfect match for creamy brie and peppery rocket on these rustic flatbreads. A sophisticated snack to share with friends.
Grape and brie flatbreads
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This cheesy, green veggie bread is probably the easiest loaf you’ll ever bake. There’s no kneading involved and it’s made with gluten-free flour too – so it’s perfect for everyone to enjoy.
Gluten-free courgette and feta bread
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Give homemade bread a go with this easy focaccia recipe. With a soft, springy centre and crisp crust topped off with seasonal new potatoes, this fragrant focaccia is a summer winner. Pack up for picnics or serve as a sharing starter.
Cornish potato and rosemary focaccia
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Is there anything better than the aroma of freshly baked bread? Making your own loaf is so much easier than it sounds! Achieve the perfect crisp crust and light centre with our easy recipe
Fresh white loaf
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Popular bread recipes

Chilli bean soup with cheesy garlic bread
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A filling, hearty meal on a budget. Chunky kidney and butterbeans add texture, with the chilli powder adding some spice (experiment with the amount if you prefer a little more heat) and the cheesy garlic baguette is perfect for dunking.
  • Serves 6
  • 40 mins
  • 256 calories
Bread rolls
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If you’ve never tried making bread at home before, this is the recipe to start with. This classic white bread roll recipe shows just how easy bread baking can be, using just a few ingredients and a little bit of kneading to achieve soft, fluffy rolls.
  • Serves 8
  • 30 mins to prep and 20 mins to cook, plus proving time
  • 240 calories
Hot cross bread and butter pudding
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A sensational spin on a British classic. This is a great way to use up leftover buns, add chocolate and custard for an indulgent and comforting pud.
  • Serves 6
  • 45 mins
  • 321 calories
Breaded fish with chunky chips
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A healthy take on the British classic. As well as breadcrumbs, mixed herbs and paprika are added to the mix to give the fish coating to give an extra kick. The homemade chips are made with a little bit of garam masala – a gorgeous way to do them differently.
  • Serves 4
  • 12mins to prepare and 20mins to cook
  • 360 calories
Gluten-free white bread
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Learn to make this basic gluten-free bread loaf that's just as delicious, soft and moist as any other bread
  • Serves 4
  • 145 mins
  • 329 calories
Choc chip banana bread
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The only thing better than fresh-from-the-oven banana bread? Fresh-from-the-oven chocolate chip banana bread! This recipe is a great way to use up ripe bananas and couldn't be easier to make.
  • Serves 10
  • 15mins to prepare and 1hr to cook
  • 381 calories
Fresh tomato and wholemeal bread soup
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If you've never added bread to your soup, this recipe will change your mind. It's similar to the Italian soup, Pappa al Pomodoro, and is so simple to make. It's also lovely when smoked bacon and onion are added. Our tip: serve it chilled in summer.
  • Serves 4
  • 25 mins
  • 176 calories
Butter bean and tomato stew with garlic bread
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This colourful stew is filled out with creamy, chunky butter beans and wilted spinach leaves then served with garlic bread to mop up the tomato juices.
  • Serves 4
  • 30 mins
  • 380 calories

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