One Loaf White Bread

Discover the joy of homemade comfort with this simple yet satisfying One Loaf White Bread recipe. Crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of milk and butter, this classic bread delivers a pillowy-soft texture and golden crust that's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh from the oven with a smear of butter. With just 20 minutes of hands-on prep time, this recipe is beginner-friendly and guides you through essential bread-making techniques, from kneading to proofing. Whether you're new to baking or a seasoned pro, this single-loaf recipe is an essential addition to your repertoire, yielding warm, bakery-quality results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 small amount for greasing Vegetable oil or nonstick spray

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the salt.

Step 3

Add the softened butter and milk to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon or your hands to mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add small amounts of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until workable.

Step 5

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Grease a large bowl with a small amount of vegetable oil or nonstick spray. Place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat the surface with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Turn it onto a floured surface and shape it into a loaf.

Step 8

Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan and place the dough inside. Cover again with the towel and let rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until the dough has risen slightly above the edge of the pan.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Remove the loaf from the oven and immediately turn it out onto a wire rack to cool. Allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	728.5 grams (728.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1671

Total Fat 29.20g	37%
Saturated Fat 16.00g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 68mg	23%
Sodium 2398mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 305.40g	111%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 28.80g
Protein 42.20g	84%

Vitamin D 41IU	204%
Calcium 133mg	10%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 630mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 73.9%