Golden Sweet Bread Recipe
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Description: This delectable Golden Sweet Bread was gifted to me by my pastor’s wife shortly after my child was born. Its rich, buttery flavor and golden crust make it a delightful treat, especially when sliced and spread with a generous pat of butter. A perfect blend of breadmaker convenience and oven-baked goodness, this recipe results in two wonderfully soft loaves. Ideal for brunches, kid-friendly snacks, or just a comforting slice with your morning coffee.
Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Kid Friendly, Brunch, Bread Machine, Oven, Small Appliance, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups flour
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread Machine: Start by placing all the ingredients into your bread machine, adhering to the order recommended by the manufacturer’s guidelines. This usually involves adding liquids first, followed by dry ingredients, and finally, the yeast.
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Mix and Knead: Set the bread machine to the basic dough setting. Allow the machine to mix and knead the dough until it reaches the right consistency. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky but not sticky.
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Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, spray two loaf pans generously with non-stick cooking spray, such as Pam, to ensure easy removal of the baked bread.
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Shape the Dough: Once the dough has completed its cycle in the bread machine, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough evenly between the two prepared loaf pans.
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First Rise: Cover the loaf pans with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free location for about 30 minutes. The dough should double in size.
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Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy sliced with butter or your favorite spread.
Yield: 2 loaves
Nutritional Information (per loaf):
- Calories: 1613.7
- Fat Content: 57.6 grams
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.7 grams
- Cholesterol Content: 228.6 milligrams
- Sodium Content: 1541.7 milligrams
- Carbohydrate Content: 232.9 grams
- Fiber Content: 8 grams
- Sugar Content: 34.3 grams
- Protein Content: 38.9 grams
This Golden Sweet Bread is not just a treat but a cherished recipe that brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. Enjoy the process of making it and savor every delicious slice!
