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Soft As Wonder White Bread



I've always been a fan of soft, fluffy white bread. There's just something about it that's so comforting and delicious. When I was a kid, my mom would make homemade white bread all the time. It was always so soft and fresh, and I loved the smell of it baking in the oven.

As I got older, I started experimenting with different bread recipes. I tried making sourdough bread, rye bread, and even sprouted grain bread. But nothing ever quite compared to the soft, white bread that my mom used to make.

A few years ago, I decided to try making my own soft white bread. I found a recipe online that looked easy enough, and I was determined to give it a try. I gathered all of the ingredients and followed the instructions carefully.

To my surprise, the bread turned out perfectly! It was soft, fluffy, and had a delicious, homemade flavor. I was so proud of myself, and I couldn't wait to share it with my family and friends.

Since then, I've made this bread recipe countless times. It's become a staple in my household, and I always get rave reviews from everyone who tries it.

If you're looking for a recipe for a soft, fluffy white bread that's sure to please, this is it! The following recipe is adapted from a recipe that I found online. I've made a few minor changes, but the basic recipe is the same.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees F)

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.

  2. Stir in the salt, butter, and flour. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes, then beat on medium speed for 4-5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

  4. Punch down the dough and divide it in half. Shape each half into a loaf and place in greased 9x5-inch loaf pans.

  5. Cover the loaves with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

  6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

  7. Bake the loaves for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.

  8. Let the loaves cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter bread, add an additional 1/4 cup of sugar to the dough.

  • For a more flavorful bread, add 1 tablespoon of honey or molasses to the dough.

  • To make a crusty loaf of bread, brush the top of the loaves with an egg wash before baking.

  • To store the bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

  • To freeze the bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.

I hope you enjoy this recipe for soft as wonder white bread! It's a delicious and easy-to-make bread that's perfect for any occasion.


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