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Homemade loaf of bread with slices of golden toast on a white kitchen table, photographed from above.
Megan Riley

Homemade Bread for Toast

A homemade bread recipe perfect for making golden, crispy toast with a tender crumb.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices (1 loaf)
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups Bread flour or all-purpose
  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour
  • 2.25 teaspoon Active dry yeast
  • 1.25 cups Warm water
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 2 tablespoon Butter Softened
  • 2 tablespoon Sugar or honey
  • 1.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tablespoon Seeds sesame/sunflower, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • Herbs optional (rosemary, thyme)

Equipment

  • 1 Stand mixer with dough hook
  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Kitchen scale
  • 2 Loaf pans 9x5 in
  • 1 Pastry brush
  • 1 Bread knife
  • 1 Toaster or oven
  • 1 Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Combine yeast and warm water.
  2. Add flour and liquids, knead until smooth.
  3. First rise, about 1 hour.
  4. Form into loaves and place in pans.
  5. Second rise 30–45 minutes.
  6. At 375–400°F (190–200°C), 35 minutes.
  7. Transfer to rack and let rest before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs or seeds to the dough. Best enjoyed freshly toasted with butter or spreads.