Bread Machine 2 Lb Traditional White Bread

Craft the perfect homemade loaf with this easy and foolproof Bread Machine 2 Lb Traditional White Bread recipe! Designed specifically for bread machines, this classic recipe combines simple pantry staples—like bread flour, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast—to yield a fluffy, golden loaf that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just enjoying warm with a pat of butter. With just 5 minutes of prep time, your trusty bread machine does all the heavy lifting, from kneading to baking, ensuring bakery-quality results with minimal effort. Follow the step-by-step instructions to customize your crust and enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen. Perfect for any home baker, this recipe is a must-try for consistently delicious white bread with a tender crumb and irresistible flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:210 mins

Total Time:215 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups Bread flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast

Directions

Step 1

Add the warm water (make sure it’s around 110°F) into the bread machine pan.

Step 2

Sprinkle the granulated sugar and salt over the water.

Step 3

Add the softened unsalted butter in small pieces, spreading them evenly over the water.

Step 4

Carefully add the bread flour so it covers the liquid completely. Be sure to avoid leaving any exposed water.

Step 5

Make a small well in the center of the flour using your fingers or a spoon, but do not press through to the liquid. Add the active dry yeast into this well.

Step 6

Place the bread machine pan into the bread machine and secure it according to your machine’s instructions.

Step 7

Select the basic or white bread cycle (usually specified for a 2 lb loaf) and choose your preferred crust setting (light, medium, or dark). Press start.

Step 8

Allow the bread machine to run through the complete cycle, which typically includes kneading, rising, and baking. This will take about 3 to 3.5 hours depending on the machine.

Step 9

When the cycle finishes, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine. Use oven mitts as it may be hot.

Step 10

Turn the bread out onto a wire cooling rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2140.5

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 3558.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 63.0g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 83.0mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 648.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.8%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 75.5%