Golden Fluffy Bread
Indulge in the heavenly aroma of freshly baked golden sandwich bread made with bread flour, enriched with whole milk and egg, and lusciously tenderized with a touch of oil. This recipe results in a light, flavorful loaf with a soft crust—perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply savoring on its own.
ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups whole milk, slightly warmed
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons oil (such as olive or vegetable)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
steps
- 1.
Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk, let it activate for 5 minutes.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, then add the yeast mixture, beaten egg, and oil.
- 3.
Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- 5.
Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again until doubled, about 1 hour.
- 6.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7.
Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
- 8.
Remove bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
