Amish White Bread Recipe
Overview:
This delightful Amish White Bread recipe is a cherished gem from an old Amish cookbook, and once you taste it, you’ll understand why it’s been a staple in households for generations. Perfectly fluffy and wholesome, this bread pairs wonderfully with dishes like beef stew, or simply enjoy it toasted with a slather of butter for a comforting treat. With just the right balance of ingredients, it’s a wholesome addition to any meal.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours and 30 minutes
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 2 loaves
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 145.7
- Fat: 2.6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2.5mg
- Sodium: 203.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.7g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 3.4g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Dry yeast | 1/4 |
| Warm water | 1/2 |
| Sugar | 1/3 |
| Salt | 2 tsp |
| Water | 2 cups |
| Shortening | 2 tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 2 1/2 cups |
| Bread flour | 6-7 cups |
| Butter | 1/8 – 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
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Dissolve Yeast: Begin by dissolving the dry yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water. Allow it to activate and become frothy, typically about 5-10 minutes.
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Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, salt, 2 cups of water, and shortening. Stir in the yeast mixture once it’s ready.
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Knead Dough: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms. Once combined, turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for approximately 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
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Shape Loaves: After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2 equal portions. Form each portion into loaves and place them in greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pans. Prick the tops of the loaves with a fork.
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Second Rise: Allow the shaped loaves to rise again until they are higher than the pans, approximately 2 hours.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the loaves have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Serve: Remove the baked loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, rub butter all over the tops of the loaves. Finally, remove the bread from the pans and cool them completely on wire racks before slicing and serving.
Keywords:
Breads, Grains, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven
Enjoy your delicious homemade Amish White Bread! 🍞
