Description
Condensed milk bread brings pure comfort straight from your kitchen, with a simple recipe that turns ordinary ingredients into something special. Warm, tender slices paired with butter make this bread a delightful treat your family will devour in minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 packet instant yeast
Dairy and Wet Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup warm milk
- 0.25 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
Supporting Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup warm water
Optional Crust Ingredient:
- 1 beaten egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Gather 3½ cups flour, 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast, ¼ cup sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt in a spacious mixing bowl. Stir these dry ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Warm ½ cup milk to 110°F and whisk it with ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk, ¼ cup softened butter, and 1 large egg in a separate container. Blend these wet ingredients smoothly.
- Pour liquid mixture into flour blend. Mix until a sticky, cohesive dough develops. For easier mixing, use a stand mixer with dough hook running at medium speed for 5-6 minutes.
- Transfer dough to a floured countertop. Knead energetically for 8-10 minutes until the texture becomes smooth and springy.
- Grease a clean bowl with butter. Place dough inside and drape a damp kitchen towel over the top. Allow dough to rest in a warm spot for 1-1½ hours until it doubles in volume.
- Deflate dough by pressing down firmly with your palms. Divide into 8-10 equal round portions.
- Arrange dough balls in a greased 9-inch pan, positioning them to barely touch each other. Cover and let rise another 30-40 minutes until they look puffy.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Brush dough surfaces with a mixture of 1 beaten egg and 1 tablespoon water for a glossy finish.
- Bake bread for 20-25 minutes until the surface turns golden brown. Test doneness by tapping – the bread should sound hollow.
- Remove from oven and let bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling. Serve warm with your favorite spread.
Notes
- Use warm milk and condensed milk at room temperature to help the yeast activate properly and create a softer texture.
- When kneading, stretch and fold the dough repeatedly to develop strong gluten networks that give the bread its tender crumb.
- For extra richness, brush the top with melted butter right after baking to keep the crust soft and add a beautiful shine.
- If your kitchen is cool, place the dough near a warm appliance or in a turned-off oven with the light on to help it rise consistently.
- Prep Time: 20-25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 133 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg