Sensational Swiss Bread
Elevate your bread-baking game with this Sensational Swiss Bread recipe—a delightfully soft and fluffy homemade bread that's perfect for any occasion. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour, warm milk, and a touch of granulated sugar, this recipe creates a lightly sweet, buttery loaf with a golden crust. The dough is enriched with eggs and unsalted butter, ensuring a rich, tender crumb that's ideal for toasting, slicing for sandwiches, or simply enjoying warm with a pat of butter. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward steps like kneading and a double rise, this recipe promises bakery-quality results right from your kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this bread's irresistible aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture guarantee it'll be a hit. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or as a snack, Sensational Swiss Bread is an artisan-style loaf you'll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Warm milk (about 110°F)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy and activated.
Add the softened butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until evenly combined.
Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Once the dough starts to come together, transfer it to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Lightly oil a large bowl with the vegetable oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it to coat the surface lightly with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Punch the risen dough down and shape it into a loaf or two smaller loaves, depending on your preference. Place the dough into lightly greased loaf pans or shape it directly on a baking sheet for a more rustic look.
Cover the shaped dough loosely with a towel and let it rise again for 30–40 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the bread warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.1 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 3849 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 412.8 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.3 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.4 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 1356 mg | 29% | |
*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.
