Description
Milk Bread is a delightful homemade treat that envelops your kitchen in the warm aroma of freshly baked goodness. Its soft, fluffy texture and slightly sweet flavor make it an irresistible choice for breakfast, sandwiches, or simply toasted with butter. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a versatile bread that will quickly become a staple in your home. Enjoy the comforting taste of Milk Bread and elevate every meal with its melt-in-your-mouth quality.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 1 cup whole milk (warm, about 110°F/43°C)
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk with sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add yeast mixture and softened butter; mix until shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape and second rise: Punch down gently, shape into a loaf, place in greased loaf pan, cover again, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg