Rise and shine: 6 delicious and easy-to-make loaves to enjoy this winter

Nothing beats a freshly baked loaf of bread – especially if you made it with your own hands. These recipes are easy to make and diverse, including everything from pot bread to garlic bread. Even raisin bread gets an interesting makeover.

GARLIC BUNS

Put the cheese in tinfoil and heat over the coals for a few minutes until melted, then serve with the garlic buns. If your time is limited, use store-bought bread dough.

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TIP Enjoy the garlic buns with the melted camembert.

RAISIN BREAD

Bake the bread in ramekins so each person gets their own mini loaf. The fresh grapes and nuts on top make it special.

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TIP Serve with the butter and honey.

CHICKPEA FLATBREAD

The flatbread is finished with cumin seeds and bakes in just 15 minutes. It’s delicious as an appetiser or snack with hummus and raisin-and-olive salsa.

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TIP Serve the bread with the hummus and salsa.

SEED LOAF

This seed loaf is low-carb, is made with oatmeal rather than wheat and contains no raising agents. It’s delicious with avocado and cottage cheese spread.

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TIP Serve the avocado spread with the bread.

EASY CIABATTA

Ciabatta is delicious as part of a cheese and charcuterie platter. Mix the dough in an electric mixer or do it by hand using a wooden spoon.

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TIP Arrange slices of the bread on a large wooden platter along with the cold cuts, cheeses, olive oil and balsamic vinegar; as well as the fresh fruit and rocket.

SODA MILK BREAD

This bread is quick and easy to make – perfect for breakfast.

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TIP Serve with butter and jam.