Description
This Milk Bread offers an irresistibly soft texture and rich flavor, made with simple ingredients like whole milk and butter, making it an ideal choice for anyone craving a comforting homemade delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg, for the dough
- 1 large egg, beaten, for egg wash
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, mix water, milk, and 2 tablespoons of flour for the tangzhong. Whisk together and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 1 minute.
- Continue to cook for an additional 1 ½ to 2 minutes until the texture resembles thick mashed potatoes.
- Transfer the tangzhong into the bowl of a stand mixer.
Notes
Ensure your milk is at room temperature for better dough activation.
Let the dough rise in a warm area to achieve optimal fluffiness.
Brush the dough with the beaten egg for a golden crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg