Description
Amish white bread is an iconic homemade delight that brings warmth and comfort to any table. Known for its soft, tender texture and slightly sweet flavor, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply slathered with butter. The recipe yields fluffy loaves that freeze beautifully, ensuring you always have fresh bread at hand. Whether it’s for family gatherings, special occasions, or an everyday meal, this Amish White Bread Recipe is sure to become a cherished staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 5–1/2 cups bread flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for finishing)
Instructions
- Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a mixing bowl; let sit until frothy (5–10 minutes).
- In another bowl, mix warm milk and vegetable oil; add to the yeast mixture once combined.
- Whisk flour and salt in a separate bowl; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Knead the dough by hand or using a dough hook until smooth and elastic (about 8–10 minutes).
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Punch down the risen dough; divide into two loaves and shape them.
- Place shaped loaves into greased pans; cover and let rise again until doubled (about 30 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (28g)
- Calories: 79
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 114mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: <0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg