Amish White Bread

Amish White Bread is a simple, soft, and tender sandwich loaf that bakes to perfection every time. With its light, velvety texture and subtly sweet flavor, this bread is a hit with both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re new to bread baking or a seasoned pro, this beginner-friendly recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it freezes beautifully, making it an easy pantry staple! Thousands of happy bakers have shared rave reviews, and this recipe has garnered millions of saves on Pinterest.

Why You’ll Love Amish White Bread:

• Tender & Easy to Slice: Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just enjoying on its own.
• Sweet Flavor: With just the right amount of sweetness, it reminds you of fresh dinner rolls.
• Freezable: Make a batch, slice it, and store it in the freezer for quick meals later.
• Versatile: You can make variations like cinnamon rolls, sweet rolls, or hamburger buns.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water (110°F)
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• ⅔ cup sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 5 ½ cups bread flour (you may need a bit more)
• Optional: 1 pinch powdered ginger (to help activate yeast)

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast: Dissolve sugar in warm water and milk. Whisk in the yeast and set aside until foamy (5-10 minutes).
2. Mix the Dough: Stir in 1 cup of flour, salt, oil, and the yeast mixture. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the bowl.
3. Knead: Knead by hand for 10 minutes or using a mixer for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
5. Shape the Loaves: Punch down the dough, divide it in half, and shape into two loaves. Place in greased 9×5-inch loaf pans.
6. Second Rise: Let the dough rise in the pans for 30 minutes or until it has risen above the edges of the pan.
7. Bake: Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until the loaves sound hollow when tapped. For a soft crust, butter the tops and cover with a towel while cooling.

Bread Machine Instructions:

1. Add ingredients to your bread machine as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Select the white bread cycle and press start.
3. Once the dough rises, turn the machine off and restart it for the second rise before baking.

Tips for Success:

• If you’re having trouble getting your dough to rise, try using ground ginger or potato water to help activate the yeast.
• If you don’t have bread flour, all-purpose flour will work—though your bread may be a bit denser.
• For a golden, soft crust, brush the top of the loaves with butter after baking.

This Amish White Bread is one of the easiest and most delicious bread recipes you’ll ever try! Whether you’re making it for a sandwich, toast, or just a snack, you’re sure to love its soft texture and lightly sweet flavor.