Description
Soft and fluffy, this Soft Fluffy French Bread from Bex’s Kitchen is a delightful treat that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread. With a golden crust and airy texture, it’s perfect for slathering with butter or creating gourmet sandwiches. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced pro, this simple recipe offers a rewarding baking experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (480g)
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C) (360ml)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (7g)
- 2 tbsp sugar (25g)
- 2 tsp salt (10g)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (57g)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar. Sprinkle in yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Add melted butter to the yeast mixture, stir well, then combine with dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, place in a greased pan, cover again, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg