🍞 Soft Fluffy Milk Bread Loaf (Tin Bread)🧾 IngredientsDough500 g all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chew)7 g instant yeast (1 packet)50 g sugar (about 1/4 cup)1 tsp salt250 ml warm milk1 large egg50 g melted butter (or 3½ tbsp)1 tsp vanilla (optional, for slight sweetness aroma)For brushing1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for shiny top)👩🍳 Instructions1. Activate & mixIn a bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.Add warm milk, egg, and vanilla.Mix until a rough dough forms.2. KneadKnead 8–12 minutes until smooth and elastic.Add melted butter gradually and knead until fully absorbed.Dough should be soft and slightly tacky but not sticky.3. First riseCover and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.4. ShapePunch down dough.Divide into 3–4 equal pieces.Shape into balls and place into a greased loaf pan.5. Second riseCover and let rise again 45–60 minutes until puffy and filling the pan.6. BakePreheat oven to 180°C (350°F).Brush top with egg wash.Bake 30–35 minutes until deep golden brown.7. FinishLet cool 10–15 minutes before removing from pan.Brush top with melted butter for extra shine and softness.
