Julia Child’s White Bread Recipe
🍞 Description:
Indulge in the timeless charm of Julia Child’s White Bread recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. This classic bread is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a homemade treat. With its soft texture and delicious flavor, it’s sure to become a household favorite!
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
🥖 Yield: 2 loaves
🍽️ Servings: 16
🍞 Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 7.6mg
- Sodium: 439mg
- Carbohydrates: 42.8g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 6g
⭐ Rating: 5 stars based on 55 reviews
🍞 Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 packet (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 7 cups bread flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions:
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Prepare Yeast Mixture: Pour 1/2 cup of water into a bowl and mix in the yeast and sugar until foamy. Let it sit for 5 minutes until creamy.
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Mix Dough: Combine the yeast mixture, remaining water, and 3 1/2 cups of bread flour in a mixer fitted with a dough hook. Mix slowly until blended, then gradually add the rest of the bread flour. Increase the speed and scrape down the sides until the dough comes together. If needed, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until the dough forms. Add salt and mix at medium speed for 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
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Incorporate Butter: Slowly add the softened butter, one tablespoon at a time, to the dough in the mixer. The dough may come apart, but continue mixing until it pulls back together.
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Shape and Rise: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a ball. Place it in a large buttered or oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it completely. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature for 45 minutes to an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
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Prepare Loaf Pans: Butter two loaf pans.
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Divide and Shape: Deflate the risen dough, cut it in half, and turn each half out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out each portion into a 9 x 12-inch rectangle. With the short end facing you, fold the dough into thirds like a sheet of paper going into an envelope, creating a roll. Pinch the seam closed and pinch the ends enough to fit into the loaf pan. Place each roll seam side down into a loaf pan.
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Second Rise: Cover the loaf pans with buttered plastic wrap and allow them to rise again in a warm place (about 80°F) for 45 minutes, or until the dough doubles in size.
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Preheat and Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the center. Bake the loaves for 35-45 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Serve: Immediately turn the loaves out of the pans onto a wire rack to cool. Once they are almost completely cooled, they can be sliced and enjoyed. For optimal freshness, store the bread in a brown paper bag for a day or two. When slicing, turn the cut side down onto a cutting board and cover with a kitchen towel.
🍞 Enjoy your homemade Julia Child’s White Bread! Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply as a delightful snack. Let the aroma fill your kitchen as you bake this classic recipe with love and care.
