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Baking Great Bread at Home

A curated collection of tested recipes, each one perfected through countless bakes and ready for your kitchen.

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January 2026 #FreshStart
Challenge

January 2026 #FreshStart

Baking Challenge

Whether you're starting your first sourdough starter or refining techniques, this month is about fresh starts and fantastic bread.

Overnight French Bread
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Overnight French Bread

The Recipe That Lets Time Do the Work

Two shapes, one foolproof method, real bakery flavor

Henry's Foolproof Sourdough Loaf
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Henry's Foolproof Sourdough Loaf

The Loaf That Started It All

A simple, reliable, and flavorful sourdough recipe that delivers great results every time

Henry's Big, Gooey Cinnamon Rolls
Yeasted
Bread
Pastry
intermediate

Henry's Big, Gooey Cinnamon Rolls

The Ultimate Make-Ahead Rolls That'll Make You a Legend

24 perfectly tender rolls using the tangzhong method

King Cake: A Mardi Gras Tradition Worth Mastering
Sourdough
Pastry
Holiday
intermediate

King Cake: A Mardi Gras Tradition Worth Mastering

Two Recipes, One Journey: Commercial Yeast & Sourdough Versions

Pillowy, flavorful king cake that stays soft for days

"I Don't Have Time For All of That" Ciabatta
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

"I Don't Have Time For All of That" Ciabatta

Bakery-Quality Bread in Under 2 Hours

When you need bread now, not tomorrow

Sourdough Bread Bowls
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Sourdough Bread Bowls

Perfect for Soup Season

The perfect edible vessel for your favorite soups

Easy Rosemary Sea Salt Focaccia
Yeasted
Bread
easy

Easy Rosemary Sea Salt Focaccia

A soft, aromatic flatbread that's perfect for beginners

Simple steps, no special tools, and huge payoff

Sandwich Bread with Pre-Ferment
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Sandwich Bread with Pre-Ferment

Soft, Tender Loaves with Complex Overnight Flavor

Real bread for real sandwiches

Brioche Hamburger Buns
Yeasted
Bread
Pastry
intermediate

Brioche Hamburger Buns

Rich, Golden-Brown, and Decadently Buttery

Perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or sliders

Holiday Chocolate Babka
Yeasted
Bread
Pastry
Holiday
intermediate

Holiday Chocolate Babka

Rich Buttery Swirled Gift Bread

The hint of cinnamon elevates the chocolate without being obvious—that's the secret.

Sourdough Baguettes
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Sourdough Baguettes

Classic French Bread

Steam is critical for crust development. Master this technique for bakery-quality baguettes at home.

Cranberry Walnut Sourdough
Sourdough
Bread
Holiday
intermediate

Cranberry Walnut Sourdough

The Holiday Loaf Worth Making

Tart cranberries pop against tangy sourdough, toasted walnuts add crunch, and the crust shatters when you slice it.

Mandarin Holiday Muffins
Yeasted
Bread
Holiday
Easy

Mandarin Holiday Muffins

Ultimate Dinner Rolls with Rosemary and Sea Salt
Yeasted
Holiday
beginner

Ultimate Dinner Rolls with Rosemary and Sea Salt

Soft, Fluffy Rolls with Fresh Rosemary and Maldon Sea Salt

Perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings

Pumpkin-Shaped Savory Bread
Yeasted
Bread
Holiday
intermediate

Pumpkin-Shaped Savory Bread

Soft, Savory Loaf with Real Pumpkin Purée and Rosemary

A showstopper loaf that actually looks like a pumpkin

All Recipes

Overnight French Bread
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Overnight French Bread

The Recipe That Lets Time Do the Work

Two shapes, one foolproof method, real bakery flavor

12-16 hours2 batards or 2 boules
Henry's Foolproof Sourdough Loaf
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Henry's Foolproof Sourdough Loaf

The Loaf That Started It All

A simple, reliable, and flavorful sourdough recipe that delivers great results every time

12-28 hours1 round boule
Henry's Big, Gooey Cinnamon Rolls
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Henry's Big, Gooey Cinnamon Rolls

The Ultimate Make-Ahead Rolls That'll Make You a Legend

24 perfectly tender rolls using the tangzhong method

12+ hours24 large cinnamon rolls (2 pans of 12)
King Cake: A Mardi Gras Tradition Worth Mastering
Sourdough
Pastry
intermediate

King Cake: A Mardi Gras Tradition Worth Mastering

Two Recipes, One Journey: Commercial Yeast & Sourdough Versions

Pillowy, flavorful king cake that stays soft for days

24+ hours1 large oval ring (serves 12-16)
"I Don't Have Time For All of That" Ciabatta
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

"I Don't Have Time For All of That" Ciabatta

Bakery-Quality Bread in Under 2 Hours

When you need bread now, not tomorrow

2 hours6-8 sandwich-sized rolls or 2 loaves
Sourdough Bread Bowls
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Sourdough Bread Bowls

Perfect for Soup Season

The perfect edible vessel for your favorite soups

6-8 hours6 bread bowls (about 145g each)
Easy Rosemary Sea Salt Focaccia
Yeasted
Bread
easy

Easy Rosemary Sea Salt Focaccia

A soft, aromatic flatbread that's perfect for beginners

Simple steps, no special tools, and huge payoff

3 hours12 generous slices
Sandwich Bread with Pre-Ferment
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Sandwich Bread with Pre-Ferment

Soft, Tender Loaves with Complex Overnight Flavor

Real bread for real sandwiches

~15 hours2 sandwich loaves
Brioche Hamburger Buns
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Brioche Hamburger Buns

Rich, Golden-Brown, and Decadently Buttery

Perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or sliders

Overnight + 4 hours8 hamburger buns
Holiday Chocolate Babka
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Holiday Chocolate Babka

Rich Buttery Swirled Gift Bread

The hint of cinnamon elevates the chocolate without being obvious—that's the secret.

2 full loaves or 4-6 mini loaves undefined
Sourdough Baguettes
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Sourdough Baguettes

Classic French Bread

Steam is critical for crust development. Master this technique for bakery-quality baguettes at home.

12-14 hours3 baguettes
Cranberry Walnut Sourdough
Sourdough
Bread
intermediate

Cranberry Walnut Sourdough

The Holiday Loaf Worth Making

Tart cranberries pop against tangy sourdough, toasted walnuts add crunch, and the crust shatters when you slice it.

1 loaf (900g) undefined
Mandarin Holiday Muffins
Yeasted
Bread
Easy

Mandarin Holiday Muffins

Soft mandarin orange muffins with craisins and walnuts, baked in tall tulip cups. Perfect for holiday gift-giving.

1 hour 10 minutes10 muffins
Ultimate Dinner Rolls with Rosemary and Sea Salt
Yeasted
Holiday
beginner

Ultimate Dinner Rolls with Rosemary and Sea Salt

Soft, Fluffy Rolls with Fresh Rosemary and Maldon Sea Salt

Perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday gatherings

2 hours 30 minutes12 large dinner rolls
Pumpkin-Shaped Savory Bread
Yeasted
Bread
intermediate

Pumpkin-Shaped Savory Bread

Soft, Savory Loaf with Real Pumpkin Purée and Rosemary

A showstopper loaf that actually looks like a pumpkin

3 hours2 round loaves (14-16 slices)