Authentic Greek Bread

Authentic Greek Bread Recipe: No Mixer Required for Homemade Delight

Discover the magic of Mediterranean baking with our Greek Bread recipe, where the heartwarming aroma of freshly baked bread fills your kitchen. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through the simple steps to create authentic Greek bread without the need for a mixer, bringing the flavors of Greece right to your home.

Gathering the Ingredients

Essentials for Greek Bread

Before we start our culinary journey, let’s ensure we have all the essential ingredients at hand:

Bread Ingredients (for US check the recipe card below)

• 700 g Lukewarm Water
• 700 g Bread Flour
• 400 g All-Purpose Flour
• 16 g Dry Yeast
• 20 g Salt
• 30 g Sugar
• 40 g Olive Oil
• Sesame Seeds

Crafting Homemade Greek Bread

Mastering the Dough

Creating the perfect dough is the heart of this Greek bread recipe. Let’s dive into the process:

1. The Initial Mix
   • In a large bowl, combine water, yeast, sugar, olive oil, all-purpose flour, salt, and bread flour. Mix the ingredients and knead the dough until it’s smooth and elastic.
2. Rising Perfection
   • Cover the bowl with a lid or a towel and set it aside for 40 minutes, allowing the dough to rise and develop its distinctive flavor.

Shaping and Baking

Now, let’s shape and bake your homemade Greek bread to perfection:

1. Dough Transformation
   • Dust a little flour onto your countertop and transfer the dough onto it. Knead the dough slightly, shaping it into a round loaf.
2. The Rising Stage
   • Transfer the loaf to a non-stick parchment paper and cover it with a towel to let it rise once more, enhancing its airy texture.
3. Oven-Ready
   • Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) with the baking dish inside, ensuring it’s adequately hot for your bread.
4. Adding the Final Touches
   • Spritz the bread lightly with water and sprinkle sesame seeds over the top. Score the bread with a razor blade or a sharp knife for that classic artisanal look.

Baking Bliss

It’s time to bake your Greek bread to golden perfection:

1. Setting the Stage
   • Cover the bread with a parchment paper to prevent any burning, and carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven.
2. The Final Bake
   • Place the bread on the dish and bake for 20 minutes. After the initial bake, remove the parchment paper, reduce the temperature to 180°C, and bake for an additional 40 minutes until your Greek bread is golden brown.

With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can enjoy the delicious taste of Greece in the comfort of your own home. Happy baking and savoring the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean!

Greek Bread – No mixer needed

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Explore the world of Greek cuisine with our homemade Greek bread recipe that doesn’t require a mixer. With simple steps and authentic ingredients, you’ll savor the essence of Greece right in your own kitchen. The warm aroma of freshly baked bread and the unmistakable taste of this Mediterranean delight will transport you to the shores of Greece. Learn how to master the art of creating traditional Greek bread without the fuss, and bring the taste of the Mediterranean into your home. Get ready to enjoy the satisfaction of a perfectly baked loaf, crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. Join us on this culinary journey as we guide you through the steps to create a classic Greek bread that’s bound to become a household favorite.

Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 700 g Water, lukewarm

• 700 g Bread flour

• 400 g All purpose flour

• 16 g Dry yeast

• 20 g Salt

• 30 g Sugar

• 40 g Olive oil

• Sesame seeds

Recipe directions

• In a big bowl add the water, yeast, sugar, olive oil, all purpose flour, salt, bread flour and mix. Knead the dough.
• Cover the bowl with a lid or a towel and set it aside for 40 minutes.
• Dust a little flour onto our countertop and transfer the dough onto it.
• Knead the dough slightly and shape it into a round loaf.
• Transfer the loaf to a non-stick parchment paper and cover it with a towel to let it rise.
• Preheat the oven to 220 C (430 F) with the baking dish inside.
• Spritz the bread lightly with water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• Score the bread with a razor blade or a sharp knife.
• Cover the bread with a parchment paper.
• Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and place the bread on top. Bake for 20 minutes.
• 20 minutes later, remove the parchment paper, reduce the temperature to 180 C (355 F), and bake for an additional 40 minutes.

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