Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of homemade Japanese Milk Bread, a delightfully soft and fluffy treat that captivates your taste buds with its subtle sweetness and buttery richness. Perfect for any time of day, this bread transforms simple ingredients into a comforting experience, making it an ideal addition to breakfast or a cozy snack. With its golden crust and pillowy interior, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups bread flour (480g)
- 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
- 1/4 cup sugar (50g)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast (7g)
- 1 tsp salt (6g)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (56g)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- 1. Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast; let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
- 2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: Create a well in the flour mixture; add yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until combined but not fully mixed.
- 4. Knead the Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5. First Rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- 6. Shape Your Loaf: Punch down dough; divide into three pieces. Shape into balls, roll flat, and stack in loaf pan.
- 7. Second Rise & Bake: Cover again; let rise for 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg