Name: Easy Einkorn Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 42 min
Total time: 2 h 27 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1¼ cups warm water; 2 teaspoons active dry yeast; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 3¾ cups all-purpose einkorn flour; 2 teaspoons sea salt

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If you’ve been looking for an Easy Einkorn Bread recipe that doesn’t require a sourdough starter or an all-day process, this is the one I keep coming back to. I worked on this recipe for quite a while because I wanted a simple, dependable homemade bread made with ancient grains that could fit real life. As much as I love sourdough (and still think it’s one of the best options health-wise), there are simply seasons of motherhood when the starter isn’t ready, life is busy, and you just need a soft, flavorful loaf without all the waiting.

As a busy mom and working mom, I wanted a quick yeast bread made with simple ingredients that still had the wholesome goodness of einkorn wheat. This easy recipe uses all-purpose einkorn flour, warm water, and active dry yeast to create a soft loaf with a subtle nutty flavor and tender crumb. Whether it’s your first time baking with einkorn or you’ve baked plenty of homemade bread, this loaf is a great way to enjoy fresh bread without relying on store-bought bread.

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Ingredients

You only need a handful of pantry staples to make this easy einkorn bread recipe:

Warm water (room temperature to slightly warm — not hot)
Active dry yeast
Olive oil
Maple syrup
All-purpose einkorn flour
Sea salt

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Don’t let baking with einkorn intimidate you—this is truly an easy recipe, even if it’s your first time making homemade bread.

Because einkorn dough has a softer texture and lower gluten content than regular dough, it may feel a bit more sticky than traditional bread recipes, but that’s exactly what gives this loaf its soft texture and delicious flavor. Follow these simple step-by-step instructions, trust the process, and in just a couple of hours you’ll have a warm, golden brown loaf of homemade einkorn bread cooling on your counter.

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, olive oil, and maple syrup. Stir gently and allow the mixture to sit for about 5–10 minutes until slightly foamy.

Easy Einkorn Bread - Step 2: Add the all-purpose einkorn flour and sea salt to the bowl. Using a stiff spatula or danish dough whisk, stir until everything is combined. The einkorn dough will feel softer and stickier than traditional bread dough made with modern wheat flour—this is completely normal.

Step 2: Add the all-purpose einkorn flour and sea salt to the bowl. Using a stiff spatula or danish dough whisk, stir until everything is combined. The einkorn dough will feel softer and stickier than traditional bread dough made with modern wheat flour—this is completely normal.

Easy Einkorn Bread- Step 3: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean tea towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes.

Step 3: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean tea towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes.

Easy Einkorn Bread Step 4: Grease a loaf pan lightly with oil, or line it with parchment paper. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently shape it into a loaf.

Step 4: Grease a loaf pan lightly with oil, or line it with parchment paper. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently shape it into a loaf.

Easy Einkorn Bread -Place the dough into your prepared loaf pan. Cover loosely and let it rise for another 25–30 minutes, or until the top of the loaf has puffed up slightly above the pan. Meanwhile, preheat your oven temp to 375°F.

Step 5: Place the dough into your prepared loaf pan. Cover loosely and let it rise for another 25–30 minutes, or until the top of the loaf has puffed up slightly above the pan. Meanwhile, preheat your oven temp to 375°F.

Easy Einkorn Bread = Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown on top and sounds slightly hollow when tapped. Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely before slicing.

Step 4: Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown on top and sounds slightly hollow when tapped. Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely before slicing.

Hint: You’re looking for a shaggy, slightly wet dough rather than a firm one, so avoid adding too much flour.

Let the bread cool completely, which helps the texture set for better slices!

Variations

You can always vary the recipe slightly by adding herbs, spices, or garlic to make it a bit more savory! My kids enjoy it when I add brown sugar and butter on top to make it a bit more sweet! Add honey instead of maple syrup for a slightly sweeter flavor.

Swap part of the flour for whole wheat einkorn flour if you prefer more whole grains and a heartier loaf. Or check out my whole wheat einkorn sourdough bread recipe.

If you prefer a softer sandwich loaf for lunches and toast, check out my einkorn sandwich bread recipe for an even softer texture.

Equipment

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You don’t need anything fancy for this simple recipe, but these tools can make the process easier:

Wire rack for cooling
Large bowl or large mixing bowl
Loaf pan
Measuring cups or a kitchen scale for accurate cup measurements
Danish dough whisk or stiff spatula
Dough scraper (especially helpful with wetter einkorn dough)

Storage

Store your cooled einkorn loaf in a bread bag or airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

For longer storage, slice and freeze the bread in a plastic bag so you can pull out individual slices as needed. Since this homemade loaf doesn’t contain preservatives like store-bought bread, it’s best enjoyed fresh.

Top Tip

The best way to get better results with einkorn is to avoid overworking the dough or adding extra flour. Einkorn behaves differently than modern wheat flour because of its low gluten content, so the dough will feel softer and slightly wetter than what you may be used to. Trust the process!

FAQ

Is einkorn flour healthier than regular flour?

Many people enjoy einkorn because it is considered one of the earliest cultivated wheats and an ancient wheat variety. Some also appreciate the potential health benefits and find it easier to digest than modern wheat, though it is not safe for celiac disease since it still contains gluten.

Learn more about einkorn through my beginner's guide!

Why is my einkorn dough so sticky?

That’s normal! Einkorn dough tends to be softer and stickier than traditional dough. Try working with slightly damp hands or a dough scraper instead of adding extra flour.

Can I make this in a bread machine?

Because einkorn behaves differently than standard flour, I personally find this loaf turns out best by hand in a loaf pan rather than a bread machine.

Can I use instant yeast?

Yes! You can substitute instant yeast for active dry yeast. You may notice a slightly shorter rise time.

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