Soft Bread Recipe: Guide to Baking Fluffy, Homemade Bread
Learn how to make soft, fluffy homemade bread with this easy recipe. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or dinner rolls, this versatile bread can be customized with sweet or savory variations. Follow the step-by-step instructions for bakery-quality results every time!
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Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups bread flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 egg optional
Instructions
- Activate yeast by mixing warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Add the yeast mixture, butter, and egg, then mix to form a dough.
- Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours, covered, until doubled in size.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan. Let it rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1loaf | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g
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