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Classic White Bread Recipe

American · Bread · 55 min total

A soft, tender loaf of homemade white bread with a golden crust, perfect for sandwiches or toast.

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water (110°F)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, butter, and warm milk. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
5. Punch down dough and turn onto a floured surface. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
6. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise until dough rises about 1 inch above the pan rim, about 30-45 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped.
8. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack completely before slicing.

Tips

• For a softer crust, brush the top with melted butter after baking.
• Store bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To freeze, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil for up to 3 months.

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