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Easiest Homemade Fluffy White Bread Recipe

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You can bake this simple, soft white bread from scratch. This beginner-friendly recipe uses basic pantry ingredients to create a fluffy loaf perfect for sandwiches or toast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This proves your yeast is active.
  2. Add the melted butter, salt, and 2 cups of the flour to the yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  3. Gradually add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 6 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. You should feel the texture change from sticky to soft.
  5. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
  6. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This is your first rise.
  7. Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  8. Cover the loaf pan loosely and let the dough rise again for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it has crested about 1 inch over the rim of the pan. This is your second rise.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) about 20 minutes before the end of the second rise.
  10. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  11. Remove the bread from the pan immediately and place it on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For an extra soft crust, brush the top of the loaf with a small amount of melted butter immediately after removing it from the oven.
  • If your kitchen is cold, place the dough in the oven while it is turned off, with the oven light on, to create a warm environment for rising.
  • You can substitute bread flour for all-purpose flour for a slightly chewier texture.

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