Ingredients<\/p>\n
For the Tangzhong (Water Roux):<\/p>\n
\u2022 3 tbsp (24g) bread flour<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u00bd cup (120ml) whole milk<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u00bc cup (60ml) water<\/p>\n
For the Dough:<\/p>\n
\u2022 2 \u00bd cups (320g) bread flour<\/p>\n
\u2022 2 tbsp (30g) sugar<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 tsp salt<\/p>\n
\u2022 2 tsp (7g) instant yeast<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u00bd cup (120ml) warm whole milk<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 large egg<\/p>\n
\u2022 \u00bc cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n
For Brushing:<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 tbsp milk (before baking)<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 tbsp melted butter (after baking, optional)<\/p>\n
Instructions<\/p>\n
1\ufe0f\u20e3 Make the Tangzhong:<\/p>\n
1. In a small saucepan, whisk together 3 tbsp flour, \u00bd cup milk, and \u00bc cup water until smooth.<\/p>\n
2. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a paste (about 3-5 minutes).<\/p>\n
3. Transfer to a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap (touching the surface), and let it cool to room temperature.<\/p>\n
2\ufe0f\u20e3 Make the Dough:<\/p>\n
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.<\/p>\n
5. Add warm milk, egg, and the cooled Tangzhong. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.<\/p>\n
6. Knead for 8-10 minutes (by hand or mixer with a dough hook). Add softened butter, one piece at a time, kneading until fully incorporated. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky but smooth.<\/p>\n
7. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours (or until doubled in size).<\/p>\n
3\ufe0f\u20e3 Shape & Proof:<\/p>\n
8. Punch down the dough, divide it into 3 equal pieces. Shape each into a smooth ball.<\/p>\n
9. Roll out each ball into an oval, fold the sides toward the center, then roll into a log.<\/p>\n
10. Place the logs side by side in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until puffy.<\/p>\n
4\ufe0f\u20e3 Bake the Bread:<\/p>\n
11. Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/p>\n
12. Brush the top with milk and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.<\/p>\n
13. Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter for extra softness.<\/p>\n
Let it cool before slicing. Enjoy your fluffy milk bread!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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