Baking the Perfect Milk Bread: A Soft, Fluffy Treat

Easy Soft And Pillowy MILK BREAD Recipehttps://youtu.be/dALD_lugy3cMilk bread is a soft, tender, and slightly sweet bread. It gets its name from the inclusion of milk in the dough, which contributes to its rich flavour and moist texture. Its texture is fluffy and light, making it perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own. Its versatility makes it a popular choice for sandwiches, toast, French toast, or simply enjoyed on its own with a pat of butter. This recipe will help you make a pillowy softness and delightful aroma loaf of milk bread at home. It’s easier than you thought!

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Milk Bread

Yield: 5-6

Author: apronmode

Prep time: 35 MinCook time: 30 MinInactive time: 2 HourTotal time: 3 H & 5 M

This Milk Bread recipe is light, fluffy, and full of flavour! Ideal for sandwiches, this easy recipe creates the softest loaf with a beautiful golden crust. A must-try for home bakers who love soft, pillowy bread.

Ingredients

• 185g Milk
• 5g Instant Dry Yeast
• 290g Bread Flour
• 3g Salt
• 45g Unsalted Butter

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, microwave the milk for about 5 seconds just to warm it up a bit (not hot). Sprinkle the yeast over the milk, stir gently, and let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a stand mixer, combine the bread flour, sugar, salt, and the bloomed yeast mixture. Start kneading at low speed until a lumpy dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
3. Add the softened butter to the dough. Knead at medium speed for about 7 minutes, then increase to high speed and knead for an additional 7 minutes, until the dough is smooth.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand for 1-2 minutes, then shape it into a ball. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Once risen, gently press down on the dough to release air. Shape it back into a ball, then divide it into two equal pieces. Round each piece into a ball, cover, and let them rest for 10 minutes.
6. Roll each piece into a 8x12 inches rectangle. For each rectangle, fold the bottom third up and the top 1/4 down to create a 4x8 inches rectangle. Roll the dough tightly to form a 4 inches-long log.
7. Place the two rolled logs into a greased bread pan. Cover and let them rise for about 1 hour, or until they reach about 1 cm below the rim of the pan.
8. Preheat the oven to 345°F. Bake the bread for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy it for sandwiches or toast!

The baker had always admired the simplicity of homemade bread, but Milk Bread held a special place in their heart. Known for its soft, pillowy texture, this loaf was perfect for everything from sandwiches to morning toast. Today, they had the time to create this beloved bread from scratch, and they were excited to watch the transformation of simple ingredients into something magical.

The process began with warming the milk just enough to activate the yeast, creating a bubbly mixture that promised a beautiful rise. As the yeast bloomed, the baker prepared the rest of the ingredients: bread flour, sugar, and salt. With the yeast ready, everything was combined in the stand mixer, and the kitchen slowly filled with the comforting hum of kneading dough.

After a quick rest, the softened butter was added to the dough, bringing a richness that would make the bread irresistibly tender. The dough danced in the mixer, transforming from a lumpy mass into a smooth, elastic ball. Once kneaded to perfection, it was time to let the dough rest and rise.

As the dough sat in its bowl, the baker couldn’t help but admire how much life a little yeast could bring to a recipe. It was always satisfying to watch the dough double in size, full of potential and ready to become something delicious.

After an hour of proofing, the baker punched down the dough and divided it into two smooth balls. The shaping process was gentle, with each piece of dough rolled into a neat rectangle before being folded and rolled into compact logs. They were nestled into a greased bread pan, ready for their final rise.

The anticipation built as the dough rose for a second time, inching closer to the top of the pan. With the oven preheated, the baker slid the loaf inside, their kitchen soon filled with the irresistible scent of fresh bread baking. There was something about the aroma of warm, buttery bread that made the home feel cozy.

After 30 minutes, the bread emerged from the oven golden brown and perfectly baked. The baker carefully transferred the loaves to a wire rack, the soft crust crackling gently as they cooled. Once cool enough to slice, the first cut revealed a delicate, fluffy crumb—just as they had hoped.

As they spread a pat of butter on a warm slice, the baker knew this Milk Bread would be a favourite in their home. Its soft texture and rich flavour made it ideal for sandwiches or just enjoying with a bit of jam. This simple recipe had turned a few basic ingredients into something comforting and delicious, proving once again the magic of homemade bread.