Soft Fluffy Bread with Chickpea Spread Recipe

This soft and fluffy bread recipe is an absolute delight, paired with a creamy and nutritious chickpea spread. It’s a versatile meal that works for breakfast, lunch, or even an afternoon snack. Both the bread and spread are easy to prepare and made with everyday ingredients, perfect for those who love homemade comfort food. The bread is tender and airy, while the chickpea spread adds a burst of flavor, making this a wholesome and satisfying dish.

Preparation Time
Prep time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
For the Bread:

1 ¾ cups (400 ml) warm water
¾ cup (200 ml) warm milk
2 teaspoons (10 g) sugar
2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
2 ¼ teaspoons (8 g) yeast
6 ⅓ cups (850 g) all-purpose flour
⅔ cup (150 g) soft butter
For the Chickpea Spread:

1 cup (200 g) cooked chickpeas
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (about ¾ cup or 100 g)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
⅓ cup (70 ml) water
1 teaspoon (5 g) salt
1 teaspoon (5 g) sweet paprika
Directions

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