introduction
Easy Milk Bread is a soft, simple loaf you can make at home. It uses milk for a tender crumb and a mild, buttery taste. This recipe is friendly for beginners and makes a loaf that slices well for toast, sandwiches, or just eating plain.
why make this recipe
- It makes soft, tender bread with little fuss.
- The ingredients are common and easy to find.
- It works for beginners and for a quick homemade loaf.
- You get fresh bread without special equipment.
how to make Easy Milk Bread
Make the dough, let it rise twice, shape into a loaf, then bake. Keep steps simple and follow the times for the best soft bread.
Ingredients :
- 2 cups milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
Directions :
- In a small bowl, warm the milk until it’s lukewarm. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing.
how to serve Easy Milk Bread
- Slice and toast with butter and jam.
- Use for sandwiches or French toast.
- Serve warm with soup or salad.
- Cut into small cubes for bread pudding.
how to store Easy Milk Bread
- Cool fully before storing.
- Keep in a bread box or wrapped in plastic at room temperature for 2-3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze wrapped slices up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or toast straight from frozen.
tips to make Easy Milk Bread
- Warm the milk to about 100–110°F (lukewarm). Too hot will kill the yeast.
- If dough is sticky, add a little flour while kneading, a tablespoon at a time.
- Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic for a soft crumb.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for best results.
- Brush the top with melted butter after baking for a soft crust.
variation (if any)
- Add 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon for a sweet version.
- Replace 1 cup flour with whole wheat for a heartier loaf.
- Fold in 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts for extra texture.
- Use milk and a tablespoon more butter for richer bread.
FAQs
Q: Can I use water instead of milk?
A: Yes, but milk makes the bread softer and richer. Water will give a firmer crumb.
Q: Do I need to use butter?
A: No. Butter adds flavor and softness, but the recipe works without it.
Q: How do I know the bread is done?
A: The top should be golden brown and the loaf should sound hollow when tapped. Internal temp is about 190–200°F.
Q: Can I make this in a bread machine?
A: Yes. Put ingredients in the machine in the order your machine tells you and use a basic or white bread cycle.
Q: What if my dough does not rise?
A: Check yeast freshness and milk temperature. Yeast should foam in warm milk. If not, start again with fresh yeast.
Conclusion
For another clear loaf method and tips, see the Cooking in Chinglish milk bread loaf guide: Cooking in Chinglish milk bread loaf guide.
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Easy Milk Bread
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A soft, simple loaf made with milk for a tender crumb and mild, buttery taste, perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm (about 100–110°F) and sprinkle the yeast over it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing.
Notes
Ensure the milk is not too hot to avoid killing the yeast. For a softer crust, brush the top with melted butter after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
