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Classic Homemade Bread Bowls

Cross-section of a sturdy bread bowl showing a golden crust and soft, airy interior crumb.
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Make sturdy, soft bread bowls perfect for holding soup, chili, or dip.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 1 egg white, lightly beaten (for wash)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: Add the salt and half of the flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until just combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the bowls: Gently punch down the dough. Divide it into 4 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a tight round ball.
  6. Second rise: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them. Cover loosely and let rise for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the tops of the dough balls lightly with the beaten egg white.
  8. Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden brown and the bottoms sound hollow when tapped.
  9. Cool and hollow: Let the bread bowls cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before hollowing them out. Use a sharp knife to cut a circle in the top and scoop out the soft interior bread, leaving a sturdy wall about 1 inch thick.

Notes

  • For a sturdier bowl that holds liquid better, bake the hollowed-out shells for an additional 5 minutes before filling.
  • Save the scooped-out bread for dipping or making croutons.
  • Use warm water between 105 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit to properly activate the yeast.

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