Homemade White Bread Recipe – Soft, Fluffy & Easy to Make

Nothing compares to the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen. This homemade white bread recipe creates two beautifully soft, fluffy loaves with a tender crumb and golden crust. Made with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this classic bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, French toast, or enjoying warm with a little butter.Whether you’re baking bread for the first time or looking for a reliable everyday loaf, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results right from your own oven.

Homemade White Bread Recipe – Soft, Fluffy & Easy to Make

Learn how to make soft, fluffy homemade white bread with simple pantry ingredients. This easy recipe creates two delicious loaves perfect for sandwiches and toast.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 24 slice

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 140

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Dough

• 2 cups warm water 110–120°F
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 packets active dry yeast
• 6 cups all-purpose flour about 720 grams
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 4 tablespoons melted butter

For Finishing (Optional)

• Melted butter for brushing

Method

 

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast.
2. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy. If the yeast does not foam, start again with fresh yeast.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3: Mix the Dough

1. Add the flour mixture and melted butter to the yeast mixture.
2. Using a dough hook, mix on low speed for about 1 minute until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4: Knead the Dough

1. Increase the mixer speed to medium-low and knead for 5–7 minutes.
2. The dough should become smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. When pressed gently, it should spring back.

Step 5: First Rise

1. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil.
2. Place the dough into the bowl and turn it once so all sides are lightly coated.
3. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 40–50 minutes, or until nearly doubled in size.

Step 6: Shape the Loaves

1. Lightly flour your work surface.
2. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions.
3. Shape each portion into a rectangle approximately 9 x 12 inches.
4. Starting from the short end, roll each rectangle tightly into a log. Pinch the seams and tuck the ends underneath.

Step 7: Second Rise

1. Grease two loaf pans.
2. Place each dough log into a prepared loaf pan.
3. Cover loosely and allow the loaves to rise for 25–30 minutes, or until they rise slightly above the rim of the pans.
4. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 8: Bake

1. For extra richness and color, brush the tops lightly with melted butter.
2. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 9: Cool and Serve

1. Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
2. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own bread from scratch. With its soft texture, rich flavor, and irresistible aroma, this homemade white bread recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you’re preparing sandwiches for the week or serving warm slices alongside dinner, these fluffy loaves bring comfort and freshness to every meal.

Once you experience homemade bread straight from the oven, store-bought bread simply won’t compare.