Description
Japanese milk bread is a delightful treat known for its incredibly soft, pillowy texture and subtly sweet flavor. This versatile bread is perfect for making sandwiches or simply enjoying toasted with butter. With a golden crust and tender crumb, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Experience the magic of baking this Japanese staple in your own kitchen, and watch as it transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary memories.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk (whole)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add warm milk and eggs to the dry ingredients; mix until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Incorporate softened butter into the dough and knead until absorbed.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into four equal pieces; shape into balls.
- Place shaped dough in a loaf pan, cover again, and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg