Loafers Bread Recipe
Make Loafers Bread Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and active dry yeast (2 tbs). Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour (4 cups), granulated sugar (1 tbs), salt (2 tsp), baking soda (1 tsp), and baking powder (1 tsp) until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Form the Dough
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Kneading and Rising
- 5
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 6
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 7
Shape the Loaf
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- 8
Second Rise
Cover the loaf with a cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it has risen above the rim of the pan.
- 9
Bake the Bread
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- 10
Cool Before Slicing
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.