Golden Egg Bread
Indulge in the timeless comfort of homemade 'Golden Egg Bread,' a soft and fluffy loaf with a rich, buttery flavor and a stunning golden crust. This recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and whole milk to create a perfectly tender bread that’s ideal for everything from breakfast toast to gourmet sandwiches. The dough comes together effortlessly with the help of instant yeast and a bit of kneading, and a luxurious egg yolk wash ensures a beautifully glossy finish. Whether braided for a decorative centerpiece or shaped into classic loaves, this bread promises bakery-quality results right in your own kitchen. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a heavenly aroma filling your home, 'Golden Egg Bread' is the ultimate baking project for beginners and seasoned bakers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 Egg yolk (for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon Water (for brushing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter has melted. Let the mixture cool to lukewarm (about 100-110°F).
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Gradually mix the lukewarm milk and butter mixture into the eggs.
Create a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.
Once risen, punch the dough down and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf or braid them for a decorative effect.
Place the shaped dough into two greased loaf pans or on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water and gently brush it over the surface of the dough for a golden crust.
Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 895 mg | 298% | |
| Sodium | 2688 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.2 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 81.7 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 1198 mg | 25% | |
*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.
