Cloud Soft Everyday Bread – Fluffy & Easy
This simple bread recipe yields fluffy, soft loaves perfect for everyday enjoyment. Easy to make with basic ingredients, it’s ideal for beginners and bread lovers alike.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
Toppings (optional)
- melted butter (for brushing, optional) melted butter (for brushing)
- sesame seeds (optional topping) sesame seeds (optional topping)
- flaky salt (optional topping) flaky salt (optional topping)
Instructions
- Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
- Add warm water, milk, and butter; stir into a sticky dough.
- Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth; let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Shape into a loaf, place in a greased pan, and let rise 30–40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); bake 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Brush with melted butter and add optional toppings; cool before slicing.
Notes
For a softer crust, cover the bread with a towel while cooling.