My Mother in Law's Sweet Bread

Delightfully soft and infused with a touch of sweetness, "My Mother in Law's Sweet Bread" is the perfect homemade treat for any occasion. This classic, family-inspired recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract with the richness of whole milk and eggs to create a buttery, tender loaf that's impossible to resist. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the warm scent of baking bread filling your kitchen, this recipe is as rewarding to make as it is to eat. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a heartwarming snack, enjoy it plain, toasted, or slathered with your favorite spread. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this sweet bread will quickly become a cherished addition to your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk over low heat until lukewarm. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Gradually add the cooled milk mixture, ensuring it is not too hot to avoid cooking the eggs.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes.

Step 6

Lightly grease a large bowl with vegetable oil and place the dough into the bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 8

Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into the prepared pan.

Step 9

Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again for 30–40 minutes, or until it has risen just above the edge of the pan.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2942.6

Total Fat 76.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 532.6mg	0%
Sodium 2636.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 484.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 116.9g
Protein 75.5g	0%

Vitamin D 216.2IU	0%
Calcium 512.3mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 1214.6mg	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: 23.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 66.2%