Description
Golden, soft, and rich with creamy sweetness, this Sweet Condensed Milk Bread is a home-baked dream. With a tender, pillowy texture and buttery aroma, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacking, or as a cozy companion to your favorite soup. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this easy recipe promises delicious, bakery-style results right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3.5 cups cake flour (or substitute: 3.5 cups all-purpose flour minus 7 tbsp, plus 7 tbsp cornstarch)
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 medium egg
- 2 oz unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces
For the Egg Wash:
- 1 medium egg
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
For the Glaze:
- 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl, combine cake flour, instant yeast, and salt.
- Add liquids: Pour in whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, and beaten egg.
- Start mixing: Use the dough hook attachment and mix on low speed until the dough just starts to come together.
- Add butter: Gradually add butter pieces, then increase to medium speed and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First proofing: Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise until doubled in size (about 1.5–2 hours).
- Shape the dough: Punch down the dough to release air. Roll it into a rectangle using a rolling pin. Roll tightly into a cylinder and cut into equal pieces.
- Arrange in pan: Place the shaped dough pieces seam-side down in a greased baking pan. Cover and let rise again until nearly doubled (1–1.5 hours).
- Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C).
- Apply egg wash: Whisk egg and milk together, then brush over the top of the dough.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, turning the pan halfway through, until golden brown on top.
- Glaze: While warm, brush the bread with a glaze of sweetened condensed milk and butter.
- Cool: Remove from pan and place on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store: Wrap in plastic and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
- Room temp ingredients are key to proper yeast activity.
- To check doneness: Tap the top; it should sound hollow.
- Avoid overproofing: It can cause the loaf to collapse.
- Serve with: Jam, butter, or enjoy plain—it’s sweet enough!
- Try pairing with: Broccoli cheese soup or hot coffee for a cozy meal.
- For a twist: Use as a base for French toast or sweet sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Proofing Time: ~3 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8–10
- Calories: ~210
- Sugar: ~8g
- Sodium: ~120mg
- Fat: ~6g
- Saturated Fat: ~3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~2.5g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~32g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~35mg
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