Bread Baking on a Budget: Cost-Effective Recipes and Tips

By Priya Arora

Basic White Bread

Flour, yeast, water, salt—simple ingredients for an affordable and versatile homemade white bread.

No-Knead Bread

Minimal ingredients and effort yet yields a delicious and budget-friendly artisan-style bread.

Whole Wheat Loaf

Whole wheat flour is economical. It creates a nutritious and cost-effective bread option.

Oatmeal Bread

Incorporate oats for texture and affordability. It creates a hearty and budget-friendly oatmeal bread.

Flatbreads

Simple mix of flour, water, and salt, flatbreads like naan or tortillas are inexpensive and versatile.

Quick Breads

Baking soda or powder leavening agents make quick breads like banana or zucchini economical and easy.

Sourdough Starter

Cultivate a sourdough starter for ongoing free leavening. It results in budget-friendly and flavorful sourdough bread.