Easy White Bread
Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly comforting, this Easy White Bread recipe is your go-to for freshly baked homemade bread that's perfect for any occasion. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of butter, this recipe creates a tender yet hearty loaf that's ideal for sandwiches, toast, or just slathering with butter and jam. Designed for ease, it requires minimal prep time and can be kneaded by hand or with a stand mixer, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The warm rise and golden bake deliver a classic loaf with a perfectly crisp crust and pillowy interior. Whether you're a baking beginner or a seasoned pro, this straightforward recipe proves that making bakery-quality white bread at home is easier than ever. Perfect for building sandwiches, complementing soups, or enjoying straight from the loaf, this homemade bread will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 480 grams All-purpose flour
- 25 grams Granulated sugar
- 9 grams Salt
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 240 milliliters Warm water (about 38°C/100°F)
- 120 milliliters Milk
- 30 grams Unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the frothy yeast mixture, warm milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes.
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the dough to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until it's about an inch above the edge of the pan.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Once preheated, bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3602 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 400.0 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 855 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
