Easy Amish White Bread (Milk Bread)

Easy Amish White Bread (Milk Bread)

Introduction

Soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, this Easy Amish White Bread has a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply warm with butter, this classic homemade bread is simple enough for beginners. You can knead it by hand or use a bread machine, and it freezes beautifully for later.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups warm water (about 110°F / 45°C)
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• 1 ½ tablespoons active dry yeast (about 2 packets)
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 6 cups all-purpose flour

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Instructions (By Hand Method)

1. In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water. Stir in yeast and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add oil and salt. Gradually mix in flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down dough and divide into 2 equal portions. Shape into loaves and place in greased 9×5-inch loaf pans.
6. Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes, until dough rises about 1 inch above pans.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
8. Remove from pans and cool on wire racks before slicing.

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Bread Machine Method

1. Add ingredients to the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer (usually liquids first, then dry ingredients, yeast last).
2. Select the “Basic” or “White Bread” setting and start.
3. Once baked, remove immediately and cool before slicing.