Bethel Bread

Bread baking doesn’t get simpler than this.

Bethel Bread is a honey-kissed, slightly tangy loaf that comes together entirely in a bread machine. Dump in the flour, warm water, honey, yeast, oil, sea salt, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, then walk away.

That touch of vinegar is the quiet secret here. It helps activate the yeast, tenderizes the crumb, and adds a subtle depth you can’t quite place but can’t stop eating.

The result is a tall, golden loaf with a soft interior and just enough sweetness to eat plain with butter or alongside a hearty stew.

Pro Tips

• Add ingredients in the order your bread machine manual recommends (usually liquids first, flour last, yeast on top).
• Use warm water around 110F to wake up the yeast without killing it.
• The apple cider vinegar won’t make the bread taste sour. It just helps the gluten relax for a softer crumb.
• Let the loaf cool at least 15 minutes before slicing or the interior will be gummy.