Soft Milk Bread Loaf

Preparation Time:

  • Rest Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours

Ingredients:

  • 150 ml (⅔ cup) warm milk
  • 250 g (2 cups) wheat flour
  • 50 g (¼ cup) powdered sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 10 g (1 tbsp) milk powder
  • 6 g (2 tsp) yeast
  • 15 g (1 tbsp) unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
  • 1 egg yolk (for brushing)

Directions:

Prepare the Dough:

  • Add the flour, powdered sugar, salt, and milk powder to the bowl. Mix well until combined and a sticky dough begins to form.
  • Knead the dough by hand or with a mixer until it becomes smooth and elastic (about 8-10 minutes).
  • Pour 150 ml warm milk into a large bowl and sprinkle in the yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.

Incorporate the Butter:

  • Add the butter to the dough and continue kneading until it is fully absorbed and the dough is soft and shiny.

First Rise:

  • Cover the dough with a clean …
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