Greek Homemade Soft Bread – Softer Than Bakery Bread

This Greek Soft homemade bread is unbelievably soft, fluffy, and aromatic — even better than bakery bread! Made with simple ingredients, this dough creates two loaves with a tender, airy crumb and a golden crust. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or simply warm with olive oil, this recipe will become your go-to for fresh, homemade bread.

Greek Homemade Soft Bread – Softer Than Bakery Bread

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: BreadCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2

loafs

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

50

minutes

Calories

160

kcal

Resting Time

1

hour 

Total time

2

hours 

Homemade bakery-style bread that’s extra soft and fluffy. A simple, foolproof recipe for the best homemade loaves — softer than any bakery bread!

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 1 kg 2.2 lb Strong Flour (type 550)

• 530 g 2 1/4 cup Lukewarm Water

• 50 g 1.75 oz Fresh Yeast

• 50 g 3.5 tbsp Olive Oil

• 40 g 3 tbsp Sugar

• 20 g 1 tbsp Salt

How to make Greek Soft Bread

• In the mixer bowl, add sugar, lukewarm water, and yeast. Stir slightly.
• Reserve 50 g of the flour, then add the remaining flour on top to cover the mixture. Let stand for 15 minutes to activate the yeast.
• Add salt and olive oil, then knead on low speed for 5 minutes (or by hand for about 7 minutes).
• Transfer the dough to a work surface and knead by hand for 30 seconds.
• Return to the bowl, score a cross on top, cover with a towel, and let rise for 30 minutes.
• Sift the reserved 50 g of flour over the dough, transfer it to the counter, and knead lightly to deflate.
• Divide the dough into two equal pieces.
• Shape each into a loaf by rolling gently with your hands.
• Place both loaves on a parchment-lined baking tray and shape them nicely.
• Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
• Spray the loaves with a little water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• Using a razor or sharp knife, score the top.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for about 50 minutes, until beautifully golden and baked through.

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The Secret to Extra Soft Homemade Bread

This Greek luxury bread recipe is for anyone who dreams of bakery-quality bread straight from their oven. The texture is ultra-soft, the crust is thin and golden, and the aroma of freshly baked bread fills your kitchen.

The secret lies in the perfect balance of ingredients — olive oil for tenderness, sugar to feed the yeast and enhance browning, and a strong flour that gives just the right structure. The result? A bread that stays soft for days and slices beautifully.

Tips for Perfect Homemade Bread

• Use lukewarm water: not too hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
• Let it rest properly: both rising stages are essential for fluffy texture.
• Steam the oven: place a small bowl of hot water inside during baking for an extra-crisp crust.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy this bread fresh from the oven with butter or olive oil. It’s perfect for sandwiches, breakfast toast, or Greek-style dips like tzatziki or fava. You can also freeze it in slices for quick use later.

This recipe proves that homemade bread can be just as soft and beautiful — if not softer — than bakery bread, with that unmistakable homemade touch.

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