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Milk Bread

Milk bread is a delightful, soft bread perfect for sandwiches or toast, known for its rich flavor and fluffy texture.
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Course: Bread
Cuisine: Global
Keyword: milk bread, homemade bread, soft bread, baking
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • Extra flour for dusting

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, warm the milk until lukewarm.
  • Sprinkle the yeast over the warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
  • Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg to the dry ingredients.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  • Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.
  • Place the loaf in a greased bread pan and cover it again.
  • Allow it to rise for another 30 minutes until doubled in size.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1g