Description
A simple and delicious homemade bread recipe that yields a soft, golden crust and fluffy interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 cup liquid warm water and milk
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
Instructions
- The dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl – 3 cups flour, 2 teaspoons yeast, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Whisk them together to ensure even distribution.
- The liquid to about 110°F (44°C) – I like to use 3/4 cup water and 1/4 cup milk for the perfect texture. The liquid should feel warm to the touch but not hot.
- The warm liquid mixture and 2 tablespoons oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough starts coming together and pulling away from the sides of the bowl.
- The dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should spring back when you press it with your finger.
- The dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size. This rise time is crucial for developing those airy pockets inside.
- Down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Transfer it to a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan and brush the top with 1 tablespoon of the softened butter.
- The shaped dough to rise again for 30 minutes until it crowns just above the rim of the pan. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- For 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom. Brush the hot loaf with the remaining tablespoon of butter for a soft, shiny crust before cooling.
Notes
- Ensure the warm liquid feels warm but not hot to prevent killing the yeast.
- The longer the dough rises, the fluffier the bread will be.
- Store any leftover bread in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg