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Simple Homemade Soft Milk Bread Loaf

A freshly baked loaf of milk bread, cut to show its incredibly soft, white, and fluffy interior crumb.
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Bake a soft, fluffy loaf of classic milk bread perfect for everyday sandwiches and toast. This recipe focuses on simplicity for tender results.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Milk, warmed slightly
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 large Egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour, plus more for dusting

Instructions

  1. Pour the warm milk into a large bowl. Stir in the sugar until dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the egg and softened butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until just combined.
  3. Add the salt and about half of the flour to the wet ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until the dough comes together.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for 8 to 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  7. Gently punch down the risen dough. Shape it into a log and place it seam-side down into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  8. Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again for 45 to 60 minutes, or until it has crowned about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.
  9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  11. Remove the bread from the pan immediately after baking and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For an extra soft crust, brush the top of the loaf with melted butter immediately after it comes out of the oven.
  • If you are planning your weekly meals, this bread pairs well with simple recipes often found through meal planning services.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to traditional baking, consider how recipes from weight loss programs might adapt this bread for lower sugar content.

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