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Easiest Homemade Fluffy Yeast Bread: Soft Loaf in 5 Steps

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Bake the world’s easiest yeast bread! This recipe delivers a soft, fluffy loaf with a crisp, golden crust. It is perfect for beginners and requires minimal effort for delicious homemade bread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This shows your yeast is active.
  2. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. You want a soft, tender crumb, so avoid adding too much extra flour.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Gently punch down the risen dough. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan. Cover loosely and let it rise again for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it has nearly doubled.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top of the loaf with the melted butter.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  8. Remove the bread from the pan immediately and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy this amazing homemade bread recipe!

Notes

  • For an even softer crust, cover the loaf loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • If you want to make savory bread recipes, consider adding 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dry ingredients.
  • This soft sandwich bread is excellent toasted for breakfast.

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