In the realm of baking, few things are as comforting and satisfying as a loaf of freshly baked bread. Its aroma fills the air, its crust yields to a soft, pillowy interior, and its versatility makes it a staple in countless culinary creations. But what if you could elevate your bread-making game, crafting a loaf that's not only irresistible but also possesses a bakery-level softness and subtle sweetness?
This is where our Fluffy Condensed Milk Bread Recipe comes into play. This delightful twist on classic bread utilizes the rich, caramelized flavors of condensed milk to create an irresistible texture and taste. Perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a delightful afternoon snack, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.
Why Condensed Milk?
While traditional bread recipes rely on granulated sugar, this recipe takes a unique approach by incorporating condensed milk. This ingredient not only adds a touch of sweetness, but also contributes to the bread's remarkable softness. Condensed milk contains concentrated milk sugar (lactose) which, when combined with yeast, creates a richer dough that rises beautifully.
INGREDIENTS:
- 240 ml (1 cup) warm milk
- 75 g (¼ cup) condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 30 g (2 tbsp) sugar
- 7 g (2 ¼ tsp) dry yeast
- 520 g (4 ¼ cup) flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 50 g (¼ cup) butter, softened
- 45 g (3 tbsp) butter
- 45 g (3 tbsp) condensed milk
METHOD:
1. Whisk warm milk with sugar and condensed milk. Add the dry yeast and an egg, whisk again. Combine liquids with dry ingredients - flour and salt.
2. Work the dough with the dough hooks until it comes together. Add butter and knead for 10 minutes. Set the dough aside for 1 hour.
3. Cut ⅔ of the dough and roll it out into a 25x40 cm rectangle. Roll the dough into a log and cut this log into pieces.
4. Place pieces of dough into a prepared baking pan and set aside. To make smaller buns repeat the same process with leftover ⅓ of dough.
5. Set the buns aside for 1 hour. Brush the top of each bun with egg wash before baking. Bake at 180C/350F for 25-30 minutes. For smaller buns, 20 minutes will be enough.
6. Whisk equal parts of butter and condensed milk. Brush buns with this mixture while they are still warm.
7. Remove from the baking molds when they are fully cooled down. Enjoy your fluffy condensed milk bread.