Description
A soft, pillowy loaf ideal for sandwiches or French toast, made with pantry-friendly ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole milk, warmed to 105–115°F
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 105–115°F to activate the yeast.
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let sit until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, butter, and egg; mix until combined.
- Knead the dough for 6–10 minutes in a stand mixer or 10–12 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased 9×5-inch pan; let it proof until puffy, about 30–60 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30–35 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 190–200°F.
- Remove and let cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
For best results, ensure the dough is properly kneaded and check yeast viability for a successful rise.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg