Milk Bread Bread Machine Recipe

Bake the most unbelievably soft and pillowy milk bread at home with this easy bread machine recipe! Inspired by Beth Hensperger's classic technique, this recipe delivers perfectly golden-brown loaves with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Minimal effort, maximum deliciousness – perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 200 mins

Calories 4049.7 kcal

Protein 233g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Milk Bread Bread Machine

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How to Make Milk Bread Bread Machine

Add warm milk, eggs, sugar, and salt to your bread machine pan in the order specified by your machine's manual.
Add softened butter on top of the wet ingredients.
Add the flour and yeast to the pan. Ensure the yeast is not directly in contact with the salt.
Select the 'dough' or 'basic' cycle on your bread machine and set the crust color to medium or dark (depending on your preference).
Press start and let the machine do its work!
Once the dough cycle is complete, gently remove the dough from the pan and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 45-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade milk bread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

350 g

Sugar

286g

Fat

172g

Carbs

246g

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Time To Make Course Preparation Breads Yeast 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Milk Bread Bread Machine?

Milk Bread Bread Machine takes about 215 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 200 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Milk Bread Bread Machine?

Milk Bread Bread Machine has approximately 4049.7 calories per serving, with about 233 g protein, 246 g carbohydrates and 97 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Milk Bread Bread Machine?

The key ingredients for Milk Bread Bread Machine are Whole Milk, Unsalted Butter, Bread Flour, Sugar, Gluten, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.