Soft Milk Bread – A Timeless Comfort in Every Bite
This soft milk bread is incredibly fluffy, slightly sweet, and irresistibly tender. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, milk, and butter, this bread is perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or enjoying with a smear of butter and jam. Whether you’re baking it for a cozy morning treat or to share with loved ones, this homemade bread will quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 rolls 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 150 ml (⅔ cup) warm milk
- 6 g (2 tsp) yeast
- 250 g (2 cups) wheat flour
- 50 g (¼ cup) powdered sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 10 g (1 tbsp) milk powder
- 15 g (1 tbsp) unsalted butter
For Brushing & Topping
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. In a separate bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, salt, and milk powder. Add the yeast mixture and knead until a soft dough forms. Incorporate butter and continue kneading for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread: Punch down the dough, shape it into rolls or a loaf, and place it in a greased baking pan. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the dough with egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and fluffy.
- Cool & Serve: Let the bread cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- For extra softness, brush with melted butter after baking.
- Make it sweeter by adding a drizzle of honey or jam.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze for later and reheat before serving.