After this recipe, you will no longer buy bread, you will make it yourself at home
This recipe for homemade white bread is a timeless classic that fills your kitchen with the aroma of freshly baked goodness. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create a loaf of soft, fluffy bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own.
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 4 cups |
| Instant yeast | 2 teaspoons |
| Salt | 2 teaspoons |
| Sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Unsalted butter, softened | 2 tablespoons |
| Warm water | 1 ½ cups |
For the Topping (optional):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Milk | 1 tablespoon |
| Unsalted butter, melted | 1 tablespoon |
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, softened butter, and activated yeast mixture. Knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Loaf: Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased bread pan.
- Second Rise: Cover loaf and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the Bread: Brush loaf with optional milk and butter topping. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
