To prepare a delicious and fluffy bread, we start by putting the flour in a large bowl, choosing a high-quality flour for the best results. In the middle of the flour, we make a small well where we pour warm water, add fresh yeast and sugar. It is important to mix the yeast with warm water a little to dissolve it completely, and then we let the mixture sit in a warm place to rise for about 10 minutes. This step is essential because the yeast will start to ferment and produce carbon dioxide, which will help the dough rise.
After the yeast has activated, we add the oil and beer. The beer not only adds a wonderful flavor but also contributes to a more airy texture of the bread. We start kneading the dough with our hands, and at this point, we also add the salt. It is important not to add the salt directly on the yeast, as the yeast needs a friendly environment to activate. We continue kneading the dough until it becomes smooth and no longer sticks to our hands. If the dough is still a bit sticky, feel free to add a little more flour, but in moderation, so as not to weigh down the texture.
After the dough is well kneaded, we cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise again in a warm place for about 50 minutes, until it doubles in volume. This is the right time to prepare our baking tray. We line the tray with parchment paper to ensure that the bread will come off easily after baking.
Once the dough has risen, we form small balls from it and place them side by side in the tray, or we can shape a roll that we carefully place in the tray. We let the dough proof for another 15 minutes, again in a warm place, to give it the chance to develop its flavor. To achieve a golden brown crust, we brush the dough with a little water before placing it in the oven.
We put the tray in a preheated oven at a moderate heat, allowing the bread to bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until it is browned and emits a tempting aroma. When ready, we take the tray out of the oven and cover the bread with a towel to keep it soft. I can't resist the temptation to tear off a piece of bread while it is warm, and the flavors blend perfectly. This bread stays fresh and soft for up to 3 days, but it is so delicious that it will surely disappear much faster.
After the yeast has activated, we add the oil and beer. The beer not only adds a wonderful flavor but also contributes to a more airy texture of the bread. We start kneading the dough with our hands, and at this point, we also add the salt. It is important not to add the salt directly on the yeast, as the yeast needs a friendly environment to activate. We continue kneading the dough until it becomes smooth and no longer sticks to our hands. If the dough is still a bit sticky, feel free to add a little more flour, but in moderation, so as not to weigh down the texture.
After the dough is well kneaded, we cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise again in a warm place for about 50 minutes, until it doubles in volume. This is the right time to prepare our baking tray. We line the tray with parchment paper to ensure that the bread will come off easily after baking.
Once the dough has risen, we form small balls from it and place them side by side in the tray, or we can shape a roll that we carefully place in the tray. We let the dough proof for another 15 minutes, again in a warm place, to give it the chance to develop its flavor. To achieve a golden brown crust, we brush the dough with a little water before placing it in the oven.
We put the tray in a preheated oven at a moderate heat, allowing the bread to bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until it is browned and emits a tempting aroma. When ready, we take the tray out of the oven and cover the bread with a towel to keep it soft. I can't resist the temptation to tear off a piece of bread while it is warm, and the flavors blend perfectly. This bread stays fresh and soft for up to 3 days, but it is so delicious that it will surely disappear much faster.
Ingredients
For one bread: approx. 500 g white flour, 50 ml warm water, 25 g fresh yeast, 50 ml oil, 200 ml beer, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt.