Description
A soft, slightly sweet loaf made with sweetened condensed milk that’s easy to prepare and perfect for various uses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, condensed milk, egg, and softened butter. Stir until combined, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic (or 5-7 minutes with a stand mixer).
- First Rise: Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan (or divide into 8 equal pieces for buns). Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Apply Egg Wash & Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the top of the dough with egg wash (egg yolk + milk). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or mixing in ¼ cup raisins or chopped nuts. Use warm milk (not hot) to activate yeast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg