How to Make Basic High-Altitude Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bread making at high altitudes can be a bit challenging, as the lower air pressure and drier climate can affect the rising and baking process. However, with the right techniques and adjustments, it is possible to create delicious and fluffy bread even at high altitudes.

This recipe for Basic High-Altitude Bread is specially designed to account for the factors that make bread-making at high altitudes different. With a few modifications to the standard bread recipe and some tips for suc...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water (100 degrees F/40 degrees C)
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 loaf

  • Combine water and yeast and let sit until foamy, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine flour, coconut oil, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture in a bowl. Knead until silky-smooth, about 15 minutes. Place dough in a large, lightly-oiled bowl and turn to coat. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.
  • Punch down dough and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into a loaf and place into the prepared pan. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes for an Italian-style loaf or 45 minutes for a sandwich-style bread.
  • Nutrition

    230 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Sodium: 293mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 65mg