Amish White Bread
Amish White Bread is a classic homemade bread known for its soft texture, fluffy crumb, and lightly sweet flavor. Fresh from the oven, it’s perfect for sandwiches, morning toast, or simply sliced warm with a little butter melting into every bite.
One of the reasons this recipe has remained a favorite for generations is its simplicity. With just a few everyday pantry staples, you can bake beautiful homemade loaves with a soft, bakery-style texture right in your own kitchen. It’s reliable, beginner-friendly, and ideal for anyone who loves the comfort of fresh homemade bread.
This traditional Amish-style bread recipe creates tender, flavorful loaves that are perfect for sharing with family and friends.
🍞 Amish White Bread
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Warm water (110°F / 45°C) | 2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | ⅔ cup |
| Active dry yeast | 1½ tablespoons |
| Salt | 1½ teaspoons |
| Vegetable oil | ¼ cup |
| Bread flour | 6 cups |
Directions
Prepare the Yeast
In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sugar, stirring until dissolved. Sprinkle in the yeast and let it rest for 5–10 minutes until foamy and activated.
Make the Dough
Add the salt and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in the bread flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough begins to form.
Knead the Dough
Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, turning it once to coat all sides. Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Shape the Loaves
Punch the dough down gently and knead briefly. Divide into two equal portions and shape each into a loaf. Place the dough into greased 9×5-inch loaf pans.
Second Rise
Cover the pans and allow the dough to rise again for about 30 minutes, until the tops rise slightly above the edges of the pans.
Bake the Bread
Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for around 30 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
Cool and Enjoy
Let the loaves cool in the pans for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy this soft homemade bread warm from the oven, toasted for breakfast, or layered with your favorite sandwich fillings.
