Homemade Amish White Bread (Printable)

Soft, slightly sweet loaf perfect for toasting and sandwiches

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups warm water (110°F)

02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar

03 - 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast

04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

05 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter

06 - 5 1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour

07 - 1 tablespoon melted butter

01 - Dissolve sugar in warm water in a large bowl. Sprinkle yeast over water and let stand 5-10 minutes until foamy.

02 - Stir in salt and oil. Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until soft dough forms that pulls away from bowl sides.

03 - Knead on lightly floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

04 - Transfer to greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

05 - Punch down dough, divide in half, shape into loaves, and place in two greased 9x5-inch loaf pans.

06 - Cover pans and let rise until dough reaches 1 inch above rim, about 30-45 minutes.

07 - Preheat oven to 350°F.

08 - Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and loaves sound hollow when tapped.

09 - Brush tops with melted butter if desired. Remove from pans and cool on wire rack before slicing.

01 -

The texture is impossibly soft and pillowy, making it perfect for everything from morning toast to the ultimate sandwich bread
Unlike finicky artisan breads, this recipe welcomes you with open arms and delivers consistent results every single time
That subtle sweetness keeps you coming back for just one more slice

02 -

Every kitchen and every day is different—trust your hands more than the exact flour measurement
The dough should feel tacky but not sticky, like a soft pillow rather than sticky tape
Let the bread cool completely before slicing or the steam will escape and leave you with gummy middles

03 -

Replace half the water with warm milk for an incredibly tender crumb and slightly richer flavor
Add a tablespoon of honey alongside the sugar for a subtle floral sweetness that pairs perfectly with salted butter