Description
A delightful heart-shaped bread perfect for Valentine’s Day. This soft and fluffy bread is easy to make and adds a special touch to your celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts. Shape each into a heart.
- Place on a baking sheet. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife or scissors to shape the heart.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for best results.
- Add food coloring to the dough for a festive look.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Valentine bread, heart-shaped bread, homemade bread, Valentine's Day recipe