Neil's Harbour White Bread

Discover the comforting charm of Neil’s Harbour White Bread—a classic, tender loaf inspired by the coastal traditions of Nova Scotia. This recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and unsalted butter to create two perfectly golden loaves with a soft, airy crumb and a glossy, butter-brushed crust. With just 20 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll knead and shape your way to bakery-style bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or savoring warm with a spread of butter. Ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this versatile white bread is a timeless addition to your baking repertoire. Try it today and bring the comforting aroma of homemade bread to your kitchen. Keywords: white bread recipe, homemade bread, easy bread recipe, traditional white bread, beginner bread baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 6 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil or melted butter (optional, for greasing the bowl and brushing finished loaves)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 3

Add the salt and melted butter to the yeast mixture, then gradually stir in 3 cups of flour using a wooden spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 4

Continue adding the remaining 3 cups of flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. The dough should become soft but not sticky.

Step 5

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Lightly grease a large bowl with vegetable oil or melted butter. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.

Step 7

Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 8

Punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Divide it into two equal portions and shape into loaves.

Step 9

Place the loaves into two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans. Cover again and let rise for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the dough rises just above the rim of the pans.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 11

Bake the loaves for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 12

Remove the loaves from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for a soft, glossy finish (optional).

Step 13

Let the loaves cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1300.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3184.7

Total Fat 59.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 4739.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 577.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 77.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 105.9mg	0%
Iron 33.7mg	0%
Potassium 920.6mg	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: 17.0%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 73.2%