Soft and Fluffy Butter Bread

Soft and Fluffy Butter Bread is a delightful homemade bread recipe that yields irresistibly soft and fluffy slices perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like bread flour, sugar, milk, and butter, this bread is easy to make and incredibly delicious. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with a spread of butter, this bread will surely become a household favorite.

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 22

Total Time 52

Serving Size loaf

Equipment

Large Bowl
Loaf Pan
Oven

Ingredients

300 g bread flour or wheat flour
1 egg
38 g sugar
150 ml milk
3 g instant yeast
3 g salt
28 g unsalted butter, softened
additional butter for spreading
Egg Wash (optional)

Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the milk and egg. If opting out of using an egg, remember to adjust the milk quantity accordingly.
Knead the Dough: Bring everything together and knead by hand until the dough starts to form. Gradually incorporate the softened unsalted butter into the dough as you knead.
Rest the Dough: Allow the dough to rest for about 20 minutes to become easier to handle.
Shape and Fill: Roll out the dough into a large sheet on a floured surface. Spread a thin layer of butter over the dough. Optionally, fold the dough sheet a few times before rolling it up for extra fluffiness.
Prepare for Baking: Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).
Bake: Brush the top of the dough with egg wash for a golden finish (optional). Bake in the preheated oven for 22 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the bread to cool before slicing. Enjoy the soft and fluffy texture of your homemade butter bread.

Notes

This Soft and Fluffy Butter Bread recipe yields deliciously tender slices perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoyed on its own. Feel free to customize the filling by using flavored butter or adding nuts and seeds for extra texture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.