White Bread Recipe
Indulge in our freshly baked white bread, a soft and fluffy delight that melts in your mouth. Perfectly golden on the outside and light as a cloud on the inside, this classic loaf is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoyed with a pat of butter. Experience the comforting taste of homemade goodness in every slice!
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F/43°C), sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it's foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Add the activated yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1-2 hours.
- 6
Shape Dough
Punch down the risen dough, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped loaf in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Bake Bread
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 10
Cool
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
