Soft Homemade Bread Dough Simple recipe

 

Soft Homemade Bread Dough

Ingredients:

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)

1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast

1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)

2 tbsp sugar (or a sugar-free alternative like allulose)

1 tsp salt

2 tbsp butter, melted

1 egg (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions:

1. Activate the yeast – In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. Make the dough – In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg (if using). Mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead – Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. First rise – Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. Shape – Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf or rolls, and place in a greased pan.

6. Second rise – Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.

7. Bake – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

8. Cool – Let cool before slicing.

Would you like a low-carb version or a different type of bread?