Quick 1 5 Lb White Bread for Bread Machine
Whip up a perfect loaf of homemade white bread with minimal effort using this **Quick 1.5 lb White Bread for Bread Machine** recipe! Designed to deliver bakery-quality results in just a few simple steps, this recipe combines pantry staples like bread flour, warm water, and a touch of sugar to create a pillowy, golden loaf. The bread machine does all the heavy lifting—kneading, proofing, and baking—while you sit back and relax. Ideal for beginners and pros alike, this recipe produces a soft, fluffy interior with a slightly crisp crust that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh with butter. With a prep time of just 5 minutes and a foolproof method, it’s your go-to for effortless, delicious homemade bread every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Bread flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
Instructions
Ensure your bread machine pan is clean and dry before starting.
Add the warm water, milk, and unsalted butter into the bread machine pan.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar and salt over the liquids.
Add the bread flour, ensuring it covers the liquid mixture completely.
Make a small well in the center of the flour (but do not reach the liquid) and add the active dry yeast into the well.
Insert the bread pan into the bread machine and close the lid securely.
Select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' setting on your bread machine. Choose the '1.5 lb loaf' size and select your preferred crust color (light, medium, or dark).
Press 'Start' to begin the bread-making process, which typically includes kneading, rising, and baking.
Once the bread is finished, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts (it will be hot).
Turn the bread out onto a wire rack and allow it to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Store leftovers in an airtight container or bread bag to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2383 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.7 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 564 mg | 12% | |
*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.
