Here’s a recipe for a soft and fluffy loaf of bread:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/4 tsp (7 g) active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp (30 g) granulated sugar
- 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions:
1. Activate Yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, warm milk, and sugar. Stir in the yeast and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until frothy.
2. Prepare Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture, the softened butter, and the egg.
- Mix until a rough dough forms.
3. Knead Dough:
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat it with oil. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Loaf:
- Punch down the dough to release the air. Transfer it to a floured surface and shape it into a loaf. Place the shaped dough into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
6. Second Rise:
- Cover the loaf pan with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until the dough has risen slightly above the rim of the pan.
7. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. Bake:
- Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Cool:
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Tips:
- Ensure your milk and water are warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- For extra softness, you can brush the top of the loaf with melted butter right after baking.
You can now enjoy your soft fluffy loaf of bread!
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