Cloud Soft Everyday Bread

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons softened butter
• 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet – not shown but required)

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast.
2. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
3. Stir in milk, softened butter, and salt.
4. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
6. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
7. Punch down, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased loaf pan.
8. Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden.
10. Cool before slicing.