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Homemade White Bread Recipe

Discover the secret to the softest, fluffiest loaf of white bread you’ve ever tasted. This Homemade White Bread Recipe will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
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Ingredients
  

3 ½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast

1 ¼ cups (300 ml) warm water (105–110°F)

2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar

2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter, softened

1 tsp (6 g) salt

1 tbsp (15 ml) milk (optional, for brushing top)

Instructions
 

  • Activate yeast by combining warm water and sugar, letting it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
    Mix flour, salt, butter, and yeast mixture until a rough dough forms.
    Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
    Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
    Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased 9x5-inch pan. Let rise 30–45 minutes.
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), brush top with milk, and bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
    Cool on a wire rack 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

• Bread flour = tallest loaf• Don’t skip the butter brush• Freezes perfectly• Try honey wheat or cinnamon variation• Never buy store bread again