Shokupan (Japanese Milk Bread)
Serves 1
Directions
- 1In a bowl, combine honey, sugar, active dry yeast, and warm water. Stir until dissolved.
- 2Add all-purpose flour and dry milk to a separate large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
- 3Transfer the mixture to a stand mixer bowl, add the softened butter, and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- 4Shape the dough into a smooth ball and let it proof covered with a towel.
- 5Divide the dough, place it into a loaf pan, and cover with plastic wrap to let rise.
- 6Bake in the oven until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 18 g honey
- 25 g granulated sugar
- 6 g active dry yeast
- 170 ml warm water
- 300 g all-purpose flour
- 20 g non-fat dry milk
- 25 g softened butter
Equipment
digital scalemixing bowlspatulastand mixerloaf panrolling pinplastic wrapkitchen towelwire cooling rack
