Easy Basic Sweet Bread Recipe

Baking bread at home is now easier than ever. I want to introduce you to a simple, versatile sweet dough that serves as the foundation for a variety of delicious bread recipes. By making your bread, you have the freedom to choose healthier ingredients, and control the amount of fat, salt, and sugar. Once you master this easy dough, you'll be able to create personalized versions of your favorite breads.

 

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp softened butter
• 1 egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour

 

Directions:

1.    In a stand mixer bowl with a dough hook attachment, combine the warm milk, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, egg, and flour.

2.    Start mixing on the lowest speed, gradually increasing to the highest setting until the dough is well-mixed and smooth.

3.    Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise for 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

4.    Once risen, the dough is ready to be shaped into sweet rolls, dinner rolls, or enhanced with fillings like garlic, onions, and cheese.

Garlic, Onion, and Cheese Filling ingredients:

• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Directions:

1.    Add the garlic powder to the dough at the beginning of the mixing process.

2.    Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal portions.

3.    Roll out each portion and fill it with an equal amount of green onions and shredded cheese.

4.    Roll each filled dough piece into a roll shape and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5.    Brush each roll with an egg wash for a golden finish.

6.    Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 17 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Enjoy your freshly baked sweet rolls with a savory twist!