Easy and Spongy Milk Bread Recipe

 

Here’s an easy and super spongy Milk Bread recipe — soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet. Perfect for sandwiches or to enjoy warm with butter!

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Easy & Spongy Milk Bread 🍞🥛

Ingredients:

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour 🌾
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt 🧂
• 2 tsp instant yeast
• ¾ cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C) 🥛
• ¼ cup warm water
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 🧈
• 1 egg 🥚 (optional, for extra richness)

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Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast (if needed)
   If using active dry yeast, dissolve it in warm water with a pinch of sugar and let it foam (5–10 min). Skip this step if using instant yeast.

2. Mix the Dough
   In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm milk, water, and egg (if using). Mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead the Dough
   Knead for 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes in a stand mixer until smooth and elastic. Add butter and knead until fully absorbed.

4. Let It Rise
   Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Dough
   Punch down the dough, divide it into 3–4 equal parts. Roll each into a ball or log. Place in a greased loaf pan.

6. Second Rise
   Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy and nearly doubled.

7. Bake 🔥
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the top with milk or egg wash for a shiny crust. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.

8. Cool & Serve
   Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or toasted!

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Would you like a version with tangzhong (milk roux) for an even fluffier texture?