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published: Jun 7, 2021 Β· modified: Jan 10, 2023 by Freya Β· This post may contain affiliate links Β·

How To Make Easy No Knead Muffin Bread

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Easy no-knead muffin bread. Perfect for toasting and so easy to make, this will become your favorite breakfast bread! Try it spread with my fruity vegan butter!

How To Make Easy No Knead Muffin Bread
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  • A non-official History of Bread
  • How and Why Do You Proof Yeast?
  • A No-Knead Bread Process
  • What Does Muffin Bread Taste Like?
  • Try my other easy breads here
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Bread. There is not a country that doesn’t have its variation of it. Flatbread, Sandwich Loaf, Pitta Breads, Naan Bread, Pretzels, Tortilla, Ryebreads, Sourdough, Sweet Breads, Beer Bread, Bread made with vegetables, breads made with fruit, bread made with nuts, bread made with polenta, gluten-free Bread. Keto and Paleo Bread.

A non-official History of Bread

Bread is one of the oldest food sources, dating back to Neolithic times, indeed to many early civilisations it was their only source of food. It is probably because of this limited diet that we now have bread in so many different variations. The Iberians and Gauls used Wine and Beer to get a successful rise, whilst earlier breadmakers relied on airborne yeasts. Honey was used to produce a sweet bread (and to help the rise) and seeds would have been added.

The idea of a starter, made several days in advance was one of the earliest methods of producing a light, tasty bread. Of course, over the years it has evolved. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Ancient Egyptians suffered from bad teeth due to the stones and grit in the poorly milled flour chipping their teeth. Thankfully, bread milling methods are somewhat more sophisticated nowadays and the only extras you find in bread are welcome ones.

How to Make Easy Vegan Muffin Bread


Because of the simplicity of bread, it is intrinsically woven into our memories. Even in our poorest days we can afford bread, and it offers us a comforting respite from our woes. Who hasn’t eaten slice after slice of toast and jam because they’re feeling particularly down?

The difficulty here is not merely finding a bread recipe but instead deciding which recipe. There are literally millions of variations of bread in the world and everyone of them deserves to be tasted, and preferably by myself.

However, suitably buoyed by hunger (and I was also incredibly bored and boredom breeds creativity in the kitchen) I decided to make something with a retro feel. "Ahh, but what is the bread made?" I hear you all cry. It was the perfectly delicious Muffin Bread, from James Beard’s Beard on Bread.

How and Why Do You Proof Yeast?

It's simple. By proving it, you are activating the dried yeast. Adding it to a mixture of warm water (110c) and sugar. The sugar helps to speed up the activation process. It is also a really helpful way to tell if your yeast is good (if it "blooms" quickly) or if you need to replace your batch (no bubbles, no activity)

A No-Knead Bread Process

Step 1 Proof your Yeast
Step 2 Add your flour salt and milk
Step 3 Beat well
Step 4 Beat until dough pulls away from sides of bowl
Step 5 Leave to Proof until doubled in size
Step 6 Second Proof
Step 7 Ready for Baking!

I love a bread that requires no kneading and this is so perfect for that! That's right: this is an easy recipe for a no knead dough bread! You simply beat the flour and milk into the proofed yeast for a minute (you can use a hands-free mixer, but why create washing?) and then let it rise. Add some bicarbonate of soda between (this helps create a light, airy texture), mix again, rise, and that's it! If you love breads that don't need any additional kneading, you'll also love my Beer Bread!

Full ingredients in recipe card.

What Does Muffin Bread Taste Like?

Muffin Bread tastes just like toasted muffins, or English Muffins. It is nothing like cake muffins (or cupcakes). It has a fairly open crumb texture, and toasts beautifully. And much like English Muffins, you do need to serve this bread toasted otherwise it is pretty bland. I love it served with butter and jam, or try my fruit butter here!

Try my other easy breads here

  • Quick and Easy Beer Bread
  • St Lucia Saffron Buns
  • Polenta and Pine Nut Bread
  • A simple loaf of white bread

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How to Make Easy Vegan Muffin Bread
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Easy Vegan Muffin Bread

YIELD 1 Loaf
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Proving Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Adapted from James Beard's Beard on Bread

Equipment

  • Loaf Tin
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 2Β½ tsp Yeast
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • Β½ cup Water (at 110c)
  • 2Β½ cups Plain Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • β…ž cup Soy Milk warm (or use your favourite plant-based milk)
  • ΒΌ teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda dissolved in 1 tablespoon warm water

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, prove the yeast, warm water and sugar.
  • Once it is a bubbly and frothy, beat in the flour, salt and warm milk.
  • Beat (or use the dough hook on your standalone mixer) using a wooden spoon for a minute or so, until it starts to pull away from the mixing bowl. This shouldn't take long.
  • Cover with clingfilm and place in a warm area. Leave to rise for about an hour and half (or until doubled).
  • Knock down your dough, and add the warm bicarbonate of soda water to the mixure. Beat in again thoroughly.
  • Now place your dough in your buttered loaf tin and leave to rise for another hour and a half.
  • Preheat oven to 170c and bake bread for about 25-30 minutes or until golden on top. This loaf cooks really quickly!
  • Leave to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove to a cooling rack and leave to cool completely before cutting into slices and toasting.
RECIPE BY Freya

Nutrition

Calories: 1374kcal | Carbohydrates: 270g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 2730mg | Potassium: 913mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 812IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 350mg | Iron: 16mg
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  1. Sunrita says

    June 11, 2021 at 3:34 pm

    5 stars
    These look yum

    Reply
  2. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

    June 12, 2021 at 2:02 am

    5 stars
    My mouth is literally watering. I wish this were in front of me."

    Reply
  3. Kirby says

    June 14, 2021 at 12:02 am

    5 stars
    Delicious! I can't wait to try this one!

    Reply
  4. Linda says

    June 16, 2021 at 4:41 am

    5 stars
    Love this recipe so much! I usually make this the night before so I get a fresh and warm breakfast in the morning.

    Reply
  5. AISilva says

    June 16, 2021 at 12:46 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for this great recipe. I've never tried making no knead muffin bread before, but it looks delicious. My kids would definitely love it. Will make it soon!

    Reply
  6. Jere Cassidy says

    June 16, 2021 at 2:56 pm

    5 stars
    I have always wanted to try an English muffin bread and love that you have a no-knead recipe. Perfect for breakfast,

    Reply
  7. Nora says

    June 16, 2021 at 5:28 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! What a great and delicious recipe! Can't wait to try it out for breakfast this weekend! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  8. Oscar says

    June 16, 2021 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    These turned out so great. Love how soft it came out and my family also loved it. Thanks for this recipe.

    Reply
  9. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/ says

    June 17, 2021 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    I have never tried to make one, but I should, definitely. I also loved your historical tour of bread, well researched and beautifully presented! It must be indeed the same thing people ate 10.000 years ago, and we're still enjoying it. Some things never get old!:)

    Reply
  10. Julia says

    August 02, 2021 at 9:13 am

    5 stars
    Love the idea of this no-knead bread. I don't always have the patience for kneading or the arm strength πŸ™‚ This sounds perfect to go with so many things from chilli to soup.. I'm going to give this a whirl. Thank you.

    Reply
  11. Anaiah says

    August 05, 2021 at 11:32 am

    5 stars
    Love this! I've been learning how to make my own bread and this is definitely one of the easiest recipes I've tried. It turned out perfect and so delicious!

    Reply
  12. Joshua says

    August 05, 2021 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    This is a great vegan muffin bread recipe to make ahead of time for breakfast. It's easy, simple, and no fail!

    Reply
  13. Hannah says

    August 05, 2021 at 12:23 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! This bread is amazing. And I love that it is vegan! Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
  14. Kayla DiMaggio says

    August 05, 2021 at 12:36 pm

    5 stars
    Girl I love muffins so much and this bread was aahhhhmazing! I loved every bite and it was perfect with some raspberry preserves!

    Reply
  15. Daniela says

    August 05, 2021 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    Such a fabulous idea! I love muffins so I knew I would love this

    Reply
  16. Natalie says

    August 05, 2021 at 2:28 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yum! This looks like a delicious summer treat! How can I resist this.?! I have all ingredients so I may as well bake this now. Why wait?! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  17. Gus says

    August 05, 2021 at 4:57 pm

    5 stars
    I loved the recipe! Making these tomorrow! Thank you!

    Reply
  18. Emily says

    August 05, 2021 at 6:49 pm

    5 stars
    I love how delicious and easy this recipe is! Your process photos are so helpful. Thank you for sharing this comforting recipe!

    Reply
  19. Crystal Yentzen says

    August 05, 2021 at 9:38 pm

    5 stars
    What is better than homemade bread and this recipe is so easy! Thanks so much!

    Reply

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