Homemade White Bread

Homemade White Bread – Soft, Fluffy & Irresistibly

Ingredients (Makes 2 Loaves):

• 6 cups (750g) all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chew)
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 2 ½ tsp salt
• 2 cups warm whole milk (110°F/43°C)
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Optional:

• 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp softened butter (for brushing after baking)

Instructions:

1️⃣Activate the Yeast:

• In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5-10 mins until frothy.

2️⃣ Make the Dough

• In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt.
• Pour in yeast mixture and melted butter. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
• Knead 8-10 mins by hand (or 5-7 mins in a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic.

3️⃣ First Rise

• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1-1.5 hrs until doubled.

4️⃣ Shape & Second Rise

• Punch down dough, divide in half, and shape into loaves.
• Place in greased 9×5-inch loaf pans, cover, and rise 45-60 mins until domed.

5️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Optional: Brush with egg wash for shine.
• Bake 30-35 mins until deep golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
• Brush with softened butter after baking for a softer crust.

6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy!

Let cool 15 mins in pans, then transfer to a wire rack.