How to grow 3 Homemade White Bread loavesHomemade White Bread
This recipe yields three delicious loaves of homemade white bread, perfect for any occasion. It's a straightforward process, resulting in soft and flavorful bread every time.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Damp cloth
- 9x5 inch loaf pans (3)
Ingredients
Bread Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 1/2 cups warm water (105-115 degrees F/40-46 degrees C)
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it stand for 5 minutes until it forms a creamy foam.
- Stir in sugar, salt, and canola oil into the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until a shaggy dough forms.
Kneading and Rising
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat, then cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Baking
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into three equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a loaf and place them into greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
- Cover the pans and let the loaves rise again for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Notes
Ensure your yeast is active by checking for foam after dissolving in warm water. For a softer crust, brush the warm loaves with butter after baking.