Homemade Himbasha Bread:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Orange Zest (Optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup warm water

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, baking powder and sugar. Mix well to combine.

2. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the vegetable oil and warm water.

3. Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until a shaggy dough forms.

4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10-15 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

6. Preheat your oven to 365°F (190°C).

7. Punch down the risen dough to remove any air pockets. Divide the dough into two equal portions.

8. Shape each portion into a round loaf, about 8 inches in diameter. Place the loaves on a greased baking sheet, leaving enough space between them.

9. Cover the loaves with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

10. Bake the hambasha in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

11. Remove the hambasha from the oven and let them cool before serving.

Side note: Enhance the color of the crust by incorporating butter or egg yolks into the top layer of the code.