Fluffy Milk Bread
Ingredients:
500 g wheat flour (bread flour or all-purpose)
10 g dried yeast (or 30 g fresh yeast)
250 ml warm milk
1 egg
50 g softened butter
80 g sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk (for brushing)
Shredded coconut or powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
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Instructions:
1. Activate the yeast
In a bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to rest for about 10 minutes until foamy.
2. Prepare the dough
Add the egg, butter, and salt. Gradually mix in the flour and knead until the dough becomes smooth and elastic (about 10–15 minutes by hand or 8 minutes with a mixer).
3. First rise
Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
4. Shape the dough
Divide into equal portions, roll into balls, and arrange them in a greased baking pan (round or rectangular).
5. Second rise
Let the dough rest again for 30–40 minutes, until the pieces rise and touch each other.
6. Glaze and bake
Brush the tops with an egg yolk mixed with a tablespoon of milk.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Finishing touch
Once baked, sprinkle with shredded coconut or dust with powdered sugar if desired.
