German Kastenweissbrot White Loaf Bread
Discover the delight of homemade German Kastenweißbrot, a classic white loaf bread that’s as soft and airy as it is satisfying. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and butter, this traditional recipe yields a light, tender crumb encased in a delicately golden crust. Perfect for everyday sandwiches, breakfast toasts, or even as an accompaniment to hearty soups, this versatile bread is a must-have in your baking repertoire. With an easy-to-follow process that includes a double rise for maximum fluffiness, this loaf delivers authentic German comfort straight from your oven to your table. Bake your way to perfection and enjoy a slice of timeless European flavor today!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 7 grams instant yeast
- 10 grams sugar
- 10 grams salt
- 300 milliliters milk
- 40 grams unsalted butter
- 50 milliliters warm water
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix the warm water, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
Step 3
Warm the milk until lukewarm but not hot and add it to the flour mixture. Also add the softened butter.
Step 4
Knead the mixture by hand or using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 8-10 minutes, until a soft, elastic dough forms.
Step 5
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 6
Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a loaf suitable for your bread tin (approx. 9x5 inches).
Step 7
Place the dough into a greased or parchment-lined bread tin. Cover it again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, until it has doubled in size and domes slightly above the edge of the tin.
Step 8
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). If desired, lightly brush the top of the loaf with milk for a golden crust.
Step 9
Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 10
Remove the bread from the tin immediately and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (927.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2333.4 |
| Total Fat 46.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 116.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4069.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 409.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.2g | |
| Protein 65.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 136.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 466.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1106.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories