Traditional bread recipes typically do not call for baking powder as the leavening agent. Instead, they rely on yeast to make the bread rise. Yeast is a microorganism that ferments the dough, producing carbon dioxide gas, which causes the bread to rise and gives it its characteristic texture and flavor.
If you are looking to make a regular loaf of yeast-based bread, you will not need baking powder. Instead, you will need the following basic ingredients:
- All-purpose flour or bread flour
- Water or milk
- Yeast
- Salt
- Optional: A small amount of sugar or honey to feed the yeast and enhance fermentation.
The specific measurements of these ingredients will vary depending on the recipe and the desired size of the loaf. A typical simple bread recipe might include around 2 to 3 cups of flour, 1 cup of warm water, 1 packet (about 2 1/4 teaspoons) of active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
Always follow the instructions of your chosen bread recipe for the exact measurements and steps to make a regular loaf of bread using yeast. Baking powder is typically used in quick bread recipes, like muffins or cakes, that do not require yeast for leavening.