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Minecraft Java Item ID

Bread ID

Bread is a staple food item that restores 5 hunger points. It is crafted from 3 wheat and is one of the most efficient food sources.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 26.2
Namespaced item ID minecraft:bread

Bread Item Facts

Maximum stack64
Available inSurvival and Creative
Historical numerical ID297

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Bread

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:bread 1

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Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 297 1

About Bread in Minecraft

Bread is a staple food item that restores 5 hunger points. It is crafted from 3 wheat and is one of the most efficient food sources.

Bread Command Examples

  • Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:bread 1
  • Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:bread 1
  • Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:bread 1
  • Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:bread

How to Get Bread

Craft Bread from three wheat. It is a simple renewable food option, especially when a wheat farm is available near a base or village.

  1. Grow or collect wheat.
  2. Place three wheat in a horizontal row in a crafting grid.
  3. Keep bread as a stackable food option for exploration.

What Is Bread Used For?

Wheat Farming

Grow wheat to maintain a renewable bread supply.

Furnace

Compare direct crafting food with cooked food routes.

Chest

Store food reserves near a base or farm.

Golden Apple

Use stronger recovery food for higher-risk situations.

Sources and Data Review

Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 26.2 on .

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