Easy Homemade White Bread
Experience the joy of baking with this easy homemade white bread recipe, perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a soft, fluffy loaf that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. This versatile bread is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or as a delightful side to any meal. Follow this straightforward guide to master the art of bread-making and enjoy fresh, homemade goodness any day of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (between 100°F and 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm water with sugar and sprinkling yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Add melted butter and activated yeast mixture to dry ingredients; stir until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about one hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough gently, shape it into a loaf, place in a greased pan, cover again, and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg