Kitchenaid Kneaded Basic White Bread
Say hello to homemade perfection with this Kitchenaid Kneaded Basic White Bread recipe! Crafted with just seven pantry staples, including all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of softened butter, this classic bread features a delightfully soft and fluffy texture. Using a Kitchenaid stand mixer makes kneading effortless, resulting in a smooth, elastic dough that's foolproof for beginners and a time-saver for seasoned bakers. Each loaf rises twice to ensure a light yet substantial crumb, and it bakes to a perfect golden brown in under 30 minutes. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying warm with butter, this homemade white bread will become a beloved staple. Try this step-by-step recipe for an easy, fail-safe introduction to bread baking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Warm water
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
- 120 ml Milk
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 600 g All-purpose flour
Instructions
In the Kitchenaid mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar.
Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water-sugar mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy and activated.
While waiting for the yeast to activate, warm the milk slightly (lukewarm, not hot) and set it aside.
Once the yeast is activated, add the milk, softened butter, salt, and 300g of the flour to the bowl.
Attach the dough hook to your Kitchenaid stand mixer and start mixing at low speed to combine the ingredients.
Gradually add the remaining 300g of flour to the mixture, about 50g at a time, allowing it to fully incorporate before adding more.
Increase the mixer speed to medium-low and knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it is smooth, elastic, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a ball. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1-1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a loaf.
Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan and place the shaped dough inside. Cover again and let it rise for another 30-40 minutes until it has risen slightly over the top of the pan.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough completes its second rise.
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 4786 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 491.6 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 985 mg | 21% | |
*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.
