Experience the joy of effortless homemade bread with this All Occasion White Bread made perfectly in a bread machine. This classic recipe combines pantry staples like bread flour, warm water, milk, and active dry yeast to create a soft, fluffy loaf with a golden crust that's perfect for any meal. With just 5 minutes of prep time and the bread machine handling the rest, you'll enjoy the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked bread without the hassle of kneading or monitoring. Ideal as a base for sandwiches, toast, or served alongside soups and salads, this foolproof recipe delivers bakery-quality results every time. Customize your crust shade, and let the bread machine do the work for a versatile, crowd-pleasing loaf that’s ready in just 3 hours. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to ensure proper mixing and rising in the bread machine.
Pour the warm water and milk into the bread machine pan, ensuring the liquids cover the base evenly.
Add the unsalted butter in small pieces, scattering them across the liquid surface.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar and salt over the liquid evenly.
Add the bread flour, covering the liquid mixture completely. Ensure the flour creates a barrier to keep the yeast from direct contact with the liquids at this stage.
Make a small well in the center of the flour using your finger or the back of a spoon, and place the active dry yeast in the well.
Secure the bread machine pan in the machine and close the lid. Select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' setting, choose your crust color (light, medium, or dark), and start the machine.
Allow the bread machine to run its full cycle, including mixing, kneading, proofing, and baking. This should take approximately 3 hours in total.
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan using oven mitts as it will be hot, and gently turn the loaf onto a wire cooling rack.
Let the bread cool completely for at least 30 minutes before slicing to ensure the best texture.
Serving size | 742.7 grams (742.7g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1710 |
Total Fat 31.10g | 40% |
Saturated Fat 15.90g | 80% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 68mg | 23% |
Sodium 3578mg | 156% |
Total Carbohydrate 314.80g | 114% |
Dietary Fiber 11.10g | 40% |
Total Sugars 29.10g | |
Protein 49.10g | 98% |
Vitamin D 27IU | 134% |
Calcium 140mg | 11% |
Iron 17mg | 93% |
Potassium 571mg | 12% |
Source of Calories