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Subway Style bread/Italian Bread(Easy Italian Baguette Recipe)
✏️ By Neetu | Bake With Neetu
๐ฅ Prep: 15 min
๐ฅ Cook: 10 min
๐ฝ Serves: 2 servings
Soft, golden, and absolutely irresistible - this homemade Subway-style Italian bread is the only recipe you will ever need!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
If you have ever craved that soft, chewy, golden Subway-style bread right at home, you are going to absolutely love this easy recipe from Bake With Neetu! This simple Italian baguette comes together with everyday pantry ingredients and gives you that perfect bakery-style loaf without any fuss.
Made with no eggs and no refined sugar, this bread is a wholesome choice you can feel good about baking for your family. The combination of slow yeast fermentation and simple real-food ingredients means you are getting a loaf that is light, airy, and so much better than store-bought.
- ✅ Completely eggless, making it perfect for vegetarians and those with egg allergies
- ✅ No refined sugar is used, so you can enjoy this bread as a cleaner and more mindful choice
- ✅ Uses simple pantry staples you already have at home, so there is no need for any fancy ingredients
- ✅ Bakes up with that classic soft and chewy texture that rivals your favorite Subway sandwich bread
Ingredients You'll Need
(Full measurements in the recipe card below)
Dry Ingredients
- • 1.5 cups maida/flour — base structure
- • 0.75 tsp salt — flavour balance
- • 1.25 tsp active dry yeast — rise agent
- • 1 tbsp sugar — feeds yeast
Wet Ingredients
- • 0.5 cup warm water — activates yeast
- • 1 tbsp oil — soft crumb texture
Substitutions
| Ingredient | Swap |
|---|---|
| maida | whole wheat flour for higher protein |
| active dry yeast | instant yeast, skip proofing step |
| oil | melted butter for richer flavour |
⚠️ Water must be lukewarm, not hot, or you will kill the yeast and the bread will not rise.
How to Make It — Step by Step
1
Proof the Yeast
Mix warm water, sugar and yeast. Rest 10 minutes until frothy. If it does not foam, discard and start again.
2
Make the Dough
Add flour, salt and oil to the yeast mixture. Mix and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3
First Rise
Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth and rest in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled in size.
4
Shape the Loaf
Punch down dough, roll into a long baguette shape. Place on a lined baking tray and rest 20 minutes for the second rise.
5
Bake
Bake at 200 degrees C for 20 to 22 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped. Cool before slicing.
Tips for the Best Result
Activate Your Yeast First
Mix yeast and sugar in warm water (not hot) and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy before adding to flour. If it does not foam, your yeast is dead and the bread will not rise.
Do Not Over-Knead
Knead the dough for about 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky. Over-kneading makes the bread dense, while under-kneading gives a crumbly texture.
Score Before Baking
Use a sharp knife to make diagonal cuts on top of the shaped loaf before it goes into the oven. This helps the bread expand beautifully and gives it that classic Subway-style look.
How to Store
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Room Temp
Wrap the cooled bread in a clean cloth or foil and store at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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Refrigerator
Place in an airtight bag and refrigerate for up to 5 days; warm briefly before serving for best texture.
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Freezer
Wrap tightly in cling film and freeze for up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature and reheat in the oven for 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
QCan I use whole wheat flour instead of maida?
Yes, you can substitute up to half the maida with whole wheat flour, but the bread will be slightly denser in texture.
QCan I make this bread without an oven?
Yes, you can bake it in a preheated pressure cooker or heavy-bottomed pan on a low flame for about 30 to 35 minutes with the lid on.
QWhy did my bread not rise?
Your yeast may have been inactive or the water too hot or too cold. Always check that the yeast froths before proceeding.
QIs this recipe eggless?
Yes, this Italian bread recipe is completely eggless, making it suitable for vegetarians.
Nutrition Per Serving
| Nutrient | Per Serving (2 servings) |
|---|---|
| Calories | — |
| Protein | — |
| Carbohydrates | — |
| Fiber | — |
| Fat | — |
| Sugar | — |
Estimates only — values vary with exact brands used.
๐ Subway Style bread/Italian Bread(Easy Italian Baguette Recipe)
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- → 1+1/2 cups maida/flour
- → 1 tbsp of oil
- → 1/2 cup water
- → 3/4 tsp salt
- → 1+1/4 tsp of active dry yeast
- → 1 tbsp of sugar
Instructions
- 1. Mix warm water, sugar and yeast. Rest 10 minutes until frothy. If it does not foam, discard and start again.
- 2. Add flour, salt and oil to the yeast mixture. Mix and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth and rest in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- 4. Punch down dough, roll into a long baguette shape. Place on a lined baking tray and rest 20 minutes for the second rise.
- 5. Bake at 200 degrees C for 20 to 22 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped. Cool before slicing.
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Neetu — Bake With Neetu
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