Soft As Cotton Custard Bread Recipe

Name: Soft As Cotton Custard Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg yolk; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons bread flour / high protein flour; 4 3/8 tablespoons milk fresh; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract / 1/4 tsp vanilla essence; 1 7/8 cups bread flour / high protein flour; 2 1/2 tablespoons caster sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon active dry yeast quick; 2 1/2 tablespoons milk powder; 6 3/4 tablespoons water; 1 3/4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons bread flour / high protein flour
4 3/8 tablespoons milk fresh
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract / 1/4 tsp vanilla essence
1 7/8 cups bread flour / high protein flour
2 1/2 tablespoons caster sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon active dry yeast quick
2 1/2 tablespoons milk powder
6 3/4 tablespoons water
1 3/4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Put all custard ingredients (except vanilla) into a pot and whisk until smooth.
2
Cook mixture at medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens into a paste. Remove from heat.
3
Transfer custard into a small bowl, cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4
Mix dough ingredients with the cooled custard until well combined.
5
Knead dough until it becomes smooth and elastic and no longer sticky.
6
Place dough in a lightly oiled mixing bowl. Cover bowl with cling wrap or a tea towel and leave for an hour, or until double in size.
7
Punch out the dough and knead a little to get rid of air bubbles.
8
Divide dough into 3 portions and shape them into neat little balls.
9
Place them side by side in the oiled loaf tin. Cover with wrap or a tea towel and allow to rise for another hour.

378

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg yolk, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons bread flour / high protein flour, 4 3/8 tablespoons milk fresh, and more.

Yes, Soft As Cotton Custard Bread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Soft As Cotton Custard Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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