Fluffy White Bread Extravaganza
Experience the warm embrace of homemade fluffy white bread, a quintessential staple that elevates any meal. This soft, airy loaf boasts a golden crust and tender crumb, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply slathered with butter. Embrace the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you create this timeless recipe. Your family will be begging for seconds! Ready in just a few hours.
ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Cooking spray or additional butter for greasing
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 3.
Pour the yeast mixture and melted butter into the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 4.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- 5.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- 6.
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- 7.
Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 8.
Cover the pan and let the dough rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- 9.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 10.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
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