Description
Indulge in the comforting aroma of freshly baked homemade bread with this simple and delightful recipe that requires only six pantry staples. This versatile white bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side dish, making it an ideal addition to any meal. Its fluffy texture and delicious flavor will elevate your dining experience and impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can whip up a batch of warm, golden-brown loaves in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water (105-115°F)
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons oil (canola or vegetable)
- 4 – 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in honey (or sugar), salt, oil, and 3 cups of flour; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add more flour until the dough pulls away from the bowl and is smooth.
- Knead for about 4-5 minutes with a mixer or by hand until elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1½ hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Divide dough into two portions, shape into logs, and place in greased loaf pans.
- Let rise again until above the pans (45 minutes to an hour), then bake for 30-33 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 33 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (28g)
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 124mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: <0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg