Top 1 Easy Homemade White Bread Recipe for Fluffy Perfection
Easy Homemade White Bread is soft, fluffy, and ready in under an hour. Perfect for sandwiches or a buttery snack, this recipe is simple and delicious!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Bread loaf pans
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or stand mixer with a dough hook
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet, (2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups warm water, (around 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for greasing pans)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough- In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt by whisking them together.- Slowly pour warm water and melted butter into the dry mixture, stirring as you go. Stir until the dough comes together.
- Step 2: Knead the Dough- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface or with a stand mixer using a dough hook for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 20 minutes in a warm place.
- Step 3: Shape and Second Rise- Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions.-Shape each portion of dough into a loaf and place them in greased loaf pans.-Cover and let the dough rise for another 15–20 minutes until it doubles in size.
- Step 4: Bake the Bread- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).- Bake the loaves for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the bread produces a hollow sound when tapped. brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.- Remove from the oven, let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the water is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or freeze it for extended freshness.
- For a richer flavor, substitute milk for water in the recipe.