Gold Medal Classic White Bread
Experience the timeless comfort of homemade bread with this Gold Medal Classic White Bread recipe, a foolproof method for crafting soft, fluffy loaves with a golden crust. Featuring simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of sugar, this recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. The step-by-step process includes kneading for a smooth, elastic dough and allowing it to rise to fluffy perfection, making every bite melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or paired with your favorite spreads, this versatile bread is an everyday essential. Ready in just under two hours, it’s the perfect way to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 2.25 cups Warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, the active dry yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to combine the dry ingredients.
Add the warm water and vegetable oil to the flour mixture. Stir until well blended and a sticky dough begins to form.
Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of flour, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Once the dough becomes too stiff to stir, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes, adding small amounts of flour as needed, until it is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the risen dough to release air bubbles. Divide it into two equal pieces and shape each piece into a loaf.
Place the shaped loaves into two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans. Cover again and let them rise for about 30-45 minutes, or until the dough rises slightly above the top of the pans.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool on a wire rack. Slice and serve once cooled, or enjoy warm with butter!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2961 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4736 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 577.1 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 33.7 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 913 mg | 19% | |
*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.
