Artisan Bread Bowls
Delight your friends and family with these warm, crusty Artisan Bread Bowls, perfect for serving soups, salads, or stews. This easy-to-follow recipe creates fluffy, flavorful bowls that are not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile. Crafted with simple ingredients, these bread bowls can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices for an extra touch of flavor. Get ready to impress your guests with this homemade treat that pairs beautifully with any hearty dish!
12
Servings
200
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
yeast
2 tablespoons (Instant or active dry yeast)
sugar
2 tablespoons (Granulated sugar)
salt
3/4 tablespoon (Kosher or sea salt)
hot water
2 cups (Not boiling, approximately 110-115°F (43-46°C))
olive oil
2 tablespoons (Extra virgin olive oil)
flour
4-5 cups (All-purpose flour or bread flour)
cornmeal
optional (For dusting the baking sheets)
Instructions
1
In a Bosch or Kitchen Aid mixer bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, salt, hot water, and olive oil. Stir gently to dissolve.
2
Slowly add flour, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Continue mixing on low for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
3
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 30 minutes.
4
While the dough is rising, grease two cookie sheets and sprinkle them with cornmeal for a non-stick surface.
5
Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8-12 equal portions, shaping each piece into a tennis ball-sized round.
6
Place the dough balls onto the prepared cookie sheets, ensuring they are spaced apart and not touching. Allow them to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
7
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake each cookie sheet of bread bowls for 18 minutes or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped gently on the bottom.
8
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Cut the tops off the bowls and scoop out the soft interior to create perfect serving vessels for soups or stews.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
40g
Carbs
5.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Artisan Bread Bowls?
Artisan Bread Bowls are warm, crusty bread containers that are perfect for serving soups, salads, or stews.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 12 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
How long do the bread bowls need to bake?
Bake the bread bowls for approximately 18 minutes or until they are golden brown.
What kind of yeast is used in this recipe?
You can use 2 tablespoons of either instant or active dry yeast.
Can I use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can use either all-purpose flour or bread flour for these bread bowls.
Why is cornmeal used on the baking sheets?
Cornmeal is sprinkled on greased cookie sheets to provide a non-stick surface and a bit of texture.
How long is the initial rising time?
The dough should rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
How long is the second rise?
After shaping the dough into balls, allow them to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
How can I tell if the bread bowls are finished?
The bowls are done when they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped gently on the bottom.
What temperature should the water be for the yeast?
The water should be hot but not boiling, ideally between 110 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit (43-46 degrees Celsius).
Is a stand mixer necessary?
While a Bosch or Kitchen Aid mixer is recommended for kneading, you can mix the dough by hand as long as it becomes smooth and elastic.
How many calories are in one bread bowl?
Each bread bowl contains approximately 200 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each bread bowl provides about 5.3 grams of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 3.3 grams of fat per bread bowl.
What is the carbohydrate count per bowl?
Each bread bowl contains approximately 40 grams of carbohydrates.
How do I prepare the bowl for serving soup?
Cut the tops off the cooled bowls and scoop out the soft interior to create a hollow vessel.
Can I add herbs to the dough?
Yes, you can customize the dough with your favorite herbs and spices for extra flavor.
What size should the dough balls be?
The dough should be divided into 8 to 12 equal portions and shaped into tennis ball-sized rounds.
How long should I knead the dough?
Mix the dough on low speed for 8 to 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
What type of oil is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is considered an easy bread recipe and a great starter for those new to baking.
What dishes pair well with these bread bowls?
They pair beautifully with any hearty dish, including soups, stews, and thick salads.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires between 4 and 5 cups of flour, added one cup at a time until the dough pulls away from the bowl.
Why do you punch down the dough?
Punching down the dough releases air bubbles and allows for a better texture during the final shaping.
Should the rising bowl be greased?
Yes, transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl and cover it with plastic wrap for the first rise.
Can I use sea salt?
Yes, you can use either kosher salt or sea salt for this recipe.
How do I prevent the dough balls from sticking together?
Place the balls on the prepared cookie sheets ensuring they are spaced apart and not touching.
Do I need to dissolve the sugar?
Yes, stir the yeast, sugar, salt, water, and oil gently to dissolve before adding the flour.
Is the cornmeal required?
Cornmeal is optional but highly recommended for dusting the baking sheets to prevent sticking.