How do I bake fluffy white bread with only 5 ingredients?

Master the art of baking fluffy white bread with our simple recipe. Just 5 ingredients, endless satisfaction. Get ready for bread heaven!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake fluffy white bread with only 5 ingredients. Items include: Flour Instant yeast Sugar Salt Water

Flour 3 cups
Instant yeast 2 teaspoons
Sugar 2 tablespoons
Salt 1 teaspoon
Water 1 cup

Take note
Be prepared to have irresistible, freshly baked bread tempting you at all times. Eating too much of this fluffy goodness may lead to carb-induced happiness. Proceed with caution!

1

Mix It Up!

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Give it a good stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.

2

Warm It Up!

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 cup of water until it is warm but not boiling. You can also use a saucepan for this step if you prefer. The water should be around 110°F (43°C).

3

Knead It Out!

Pour the warm water into the flour mixture and mix until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Enjoy the arm workout!

4

Rise and Shine!

Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size. This is the perfect time for a quick nap or some Netflix binge-watching!

5

Shape It Up!

Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release any air bubbles. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a loaf by rolling it tightly from one end to the other. Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan.

6

Let It Rise Again!

Cover the loaf pan with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise for another 30-45 minutes until it has almost doubled in size. It's like watching a fluffy pillow grow!

7

Bake It to Perfection!

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while your dough is having its final rise. Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown. The aroma of freshly baked bread will fill your kitchen, so get ready to be swooned!

8

Cool and Enjoy!

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, slice it up and savor the pillowy softness of your homemade fluffy white bread.

9

Spread the Bread Love!

Share the love by serving your homemade fluffy white bread with butter, jam, or your favorite sandwich fillings. Your taste buds and your friends will thank you!