By ChinRes 
To put it simply, bread is the one thing that I just cannot do without. I can hardly go a day without eating at least a couple of slices of bread, whether it be sourdough with a tangy flavor, baguette with a crunchy and chewy texture, or challah with a pillowy texture. There is nothing, and I mean nothing, that is better than bread that has just come out of the oven, despite the fact that it tastes fantastic when it is purchased from a bakery.
However, baking bread at home requires a significant amount of time, effort, and sometimes financial investment in the necessary instruments. This may be a challenging endeavor for even the most experienced bakers.
King Arthur Baking Company, the company that is responsible for some of our most beloved pantry staples, has recently unveiled four new bread baking mixes that are bringing about a significant change in the industry.
Four new bread baking mixes have been introduced by King Arthur
Pull-Apart Garlic Bread, Crisp and Airy Focaccia, Soft and Chewy Pretzel Bites, and Perfectly Tender Flatbread are the four bread mix kits that are included in the new range of bread mix kits that King Arthur has introduced. These bread mix kits span the whole spectrum of savory breads.
Each and every one of the mixes is created to be easily accessible to bakers of varying levels of expertise and to be ready in only one hour. Each kit includes the bread mix as well as a seasoning package, and all that is required to complete the recipe is the addition of water and either oil or butter.
King Arthur gives various modifications and recipe remixes for each kit on the box, inviting you to get creative with them. Of course, you may prepare the recipe that is allotted for you, but King Arthur also includes a number of other suggestions.
Recently, I had the opportunity to test all four, and I even got to bake with them at home. Here is my in-depth analysis of the new bread mix kits that King Arthur has released.
My Evaluation of the New Bread Baking Mixes Released by King Arthur
I began with the Perfectly Tender Flatbread, which was arguably the dish that inspired the least amount of excitement in me. Very immediately, my presumptions were shown to be incorrect. The flatbreads turned out to be somewhere in the middle of a naan and a pita bread that was more airy.
In addition to being extremely sensitive and supple, it had a few scorched bits that were a result of browning it in a skillet made of cast iron. This was the one that I kept eating over and over again because it was so delicious that it melted in my mouth completely.
An additional dish that stood out was the Crisp and Airy Focaccia. However, despite the fact that I have made a great deal of focaccia at home over the years, I would put this mixture up against any recipe. It is important to use more olive oil than you believe you would require (and that is what the directions on the box ask for), as this will ensure that the bottom and sides are almost completely cooked in olive oil and are really crisp.
After only one hour, it saw such a stunning increase that I was taken aback. Due to the fact that it is a neutral dough, this focaccia mix may be adapted to suit either a sweet or savory flavor profile, depending on your preferences.
When I was a kid, my family always had SuperPretzels in the freezer so that we could watch movies at home. As a result, I have a sweet spot in my heart for soft pretzels. Pretzel bites made using King Arthur’s Soft and Chewy Pretzel Bites mix are sure to satisfy your cravings, but if you don’t dip them or add some melted butter to them, they could get a little dry.
On the other hand, the flavor was fantastic, and I found it quite simple to make pretzels at home from scratch, even though I would never have the courage to do so otherwise.
The Pull-Apart Garlic Bread came in last, but certainly not far behind. If you just try one mix, make sure it’s this one. Enjoy! I was blown away by how delicious this one was. Is it possible to construct a garlic bread that is comparable to this using dough that you purchased from a store? Indeed. What kind of flavor will it have? I’m not really certain about that.
The only recipe that asks for butter rather than oil is this one, and it is well worth using every single drop of butter. There is no need to go any farther if you are looking for a centerpiece that will make your holiday table or tailgate feast stand out from the crowd. I am willing to bet that it is gone by the time you return from the kitchen with additional napkins.
You are now able to purchase all four mixes from the online store of King Arthur, as well as via Amazon and other major supermarket merchants.