★Ingredients
2 tsp instant yeast
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup warm milk
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 egg
1/4 cup warm water
★Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add the warm milk, warm water, butter, and egg. Stir the mixture until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this step.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into three equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball or roll.
- Second Rise: Place the shaped dough pieces into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let them rise again for about 30-40 minutes, or until they double in size.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- your soft and fluffy milk bread, perfect for sandwiches or toast!
enjoy!!