Soft Fluffy Homemade Bread

Ingredients

2 cups warm milk (110°F / 43°C)

⅔ cup granulated sugar

1½ tablespoons active dry yeast (2 packets)

2 large eggs, room temperature

⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

2 teaspoons salt

6–7 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour

1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing the tops)

Instructions

Pour the warm milk into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the sugar until dissolved.

Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Add the eggs, melted butter, and salt. Mix well.

Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.

Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions.

Shape each portion into a loaf and place them into two greased 9×5-inch loaf pans.

Cover and let the dough rise again for 30–45 minutes, until it rises about 1 inch above the edge of the pans.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the loaves sound hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for a soft, glossy crust.

Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Method

Activate the yeast in warm milk with sugar.

Mix in the eggs, butter, and salt.

Gradually add the flour to form a soft dough.

Knead until smooth and elastic.

Allow the dough to rise until doubled.

Shape into loaves and let rise again.

Bake until golden brown.

Brush with butter and cool before serving.

Benefits

High in carbohydrates for energy.

Homemade with simple pantry ingredients.

No artificial preservatives.

Soft texture, perfect for toast, sandwiches, or dinner rolls.

Freezes well for future use.

Nutrition (Approx. Per Slice)

Calories: 170

Carbohydrates: 30g

Protein: 5g

Fat: 4g

Saturated Fat: 2g

Fiber: 1g

Sugar: 5g

Sodium: 180mg

History

Homemade white bread has been a staple in kitchens around the world for centuries. Before commercial bakeries became common, families baked fresh loaves weekly using simple ingredients like flour, milk, yeast, butter, and sugar. This classic recipe produces a soft, fluffy loaf with a rich flavor and tender crumb that remains a favorite today.

Conclusion

This Soft & Fluffy Homemade Bread is light, tender, and wonderfully buttery with a beautiful golden crust. Whether served warm with butter, used for sandwiches, or toasted for breakfast, this timeless recipe brings the comforting taste and aroma of a traditional home bakery to your kitchen.