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Commercially produced bread and pastries Recipe

American · Bread · 45 min total

A recipe that mimics the soft, fluffy texture and sweet flavor of commercially produced bread and pastries, using simple ingredients and techniques for home bakers.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup bread flour (for dusting)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
2. Add softened butter, warm milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding bread flour as needed, until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down dough and shape into a loaf for a bread pan or divide into 12 equal pieces for rolls. Place in greased pan or on baking sheet.
6. Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake bread for 25-30 minutes (rolls for 15-18 minutes) until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 190°F.
8. Remove from oven, brush with melted butter if desired, and cool on a wire rack.

Tips

• For a softer crust, brush with melted butter immediately after baking.
• Store 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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