This Soft and Easy White Bread is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a wonderfully soft loaf with a golden crust that’s ideal for sandwiches, toast, or just enjoying on its own with a pat of butter. The recipe is straightforward and results in a deliciously tender bread that will make your kitchen smell amazing. Whether you’re baking for your family or yourself, this bread is sure to be a hit!
Preparation Time
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Rising Time: 2 hours
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours
Ingredients
Wheat Flour: 700 g (5 1/2 cups)
Dry Yeast: 11 g (1 tablespoon)
Salt: 3 teaspoons
Warm Water: 350 ml (1 1/2 cups)
Olive Oil: 4 tablespoons
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Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine wheat flour, dry yeast, and salt. Mix well.
Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough, divide into 2 parts, shape into rolls, and place in a lined baking pan.
Second Rise: Cover and let the dough rise again for 1 hour until doubled in size.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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