10 easy bread recipes for when you don’t have time to make bread

1.Garlic, anchovy and olive flatbreads

These flatbreads take well under an hour to make – including the resting time! Top with the anchovy, olive and garlic oil and serve as a tasty nibble or starter.

2. Soda bread rolls

Want all the satisfaction of freshly-baked bread without the time-consuming bit of proving and kneading? Soda bread is your answer. It doesn’t require any yeast, making it a mix-and-bake job – just serve warm from the oven slathered in salted butter.

3. Chilli corn bread

Every good chilli deserves to be served with a side of fluffy cornbread and this one couldn’t be easier to make.

4. Quick and easy cheddar and bacon loaf

Make this cheesy bacon loaf on a Sunday afternoon and take slices to work for a tasty on-the-go breakfast.

5. Guinness and treacle soda bread

When is Guinness and treacle NOT a good idea? We recommend serving these slightly-sweet loaves with potted crab for a delicious starter.

6. Honey-glazed shallot flatbreads

These flatbreads don’t require much more than yoghurt and flour and take a mere 5 minutes to cook in the pan. We’ve topped ours with honey-glazed shallots and cucumber yoghurt but feel free to swap for any toppings you prefer.

7. Garlic bread

Ok, so we’ve cheated with this one but nobody’s telling…Grab a white crusty loaf and fill with butter, garlic, parsley and lemon for this 15-minute crowdpleaser.

8. Corn bread with deep fried crispy onions

Take your corn bread up a notch with a crispy cornmeal-covered spring onion topping. Packed with cheddar, buttermilk and butter and served with chipotle mayonnaise, this moreish loaf makes a mighty meal in itself.

9. Beetroot and feta soda bread

This summery beetroot and feta loaf would make a fine addition to a picnic or alfresco lunch.

10. Classic soda bread

Hearty, nutritious and versatile, make sure to add this classic soda bread recipe to your repertoire. Need a helping hand? See our easy-to-follow video.