Sweet Bread Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 minutes (plus resting and proving time)
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Intensity: Medium

This Sweet Bread recipe is the perfect soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet bread, ideal for breakfast or dessert. With the help of your Thermomix, it’s easy to make a light, buttery loaf that’s golden on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve it warm with butter, jam, or enjoy it just as it is.

Ingredients:

• 500g all-purpose flour

• 100g sugar

• 7g dry yeast (or 25g fresh yeast)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 250ml milk (lukewarm)

• 80g unsalted butter (softened)

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for added flavor)

• 1 tablespoon milk or cream (for brushing, optional)

Method:

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Activate the Yeast
   Pour the lukewarm milk (250ml) into the Thermomix bowl. Add the sugar (100g) and dry yeast (7g) into the bowl. Warm for 2 minutes at 37°C on speed 2. Let the yeast activate for about 5 minutes, until it becomes frothy.

2. Add Dry Ingredients
   Add the flour (500g), salt (1/2 tsp), and vanilla extract (1 tsp) into the bowl. Mix for 10 seconds on speed 6 to combine.

3. Add Eggs and Butter
   Add the eggs (2 large) and softened butter (80g) into the mixture. Knead for 5 minutes on kneading function (Interval). This will give you a soft, slightly sticky dough.

Step 2: First Proving

4. Leave the Dough to Rise
   Transfer the dough into a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rest and rise for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. You can place it in a warm spot to help the dough rise faster.

Step 3: Shape the Dough

5. Shape the Dough
   Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a loaf, or divide it into rolls or small buns, depending on your preference.

   • For a loaf, shape the dough into an oval or rectangular shape to fit your baking pan.

   • For buns, divide the dough into equal-sized portions and roll them into balls.

6. Place in a Baking Pan
   Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf tin or arrange the buns on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between the buns for them to rise.

Step 4: Second Proving

7. Let the Dough Rise Again
   Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise again for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size again.

Step 5: Bake the Sweet Bread

8. Preheat the Oven
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

9. Brush with Milk or Cream
   If you want a golden, glossy finish, lightly brush the top of the dough with a little milk or cream using a pastry brush.

10. Bake the Bread
    Bake the loaf or buns for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. The bread will sound hollow when tapped on the bottom if it’s fully baked.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

11. Cool Before Serving
    Once the bread is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing.

Tips for Perfect Sweet Bread:

• Flavor Variations: You can add a cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced flavor. Alternatively, add raisins, chocolate chips, or chopped dried fruit to make the bread even more decadent.

• Milk Alternatives: If you prefer, you can substitute the milk with a non-dairy milk like almond milk or oat milk.

• Texture: For a richer texture, you can substitute half the butter with cream cheese or sour cream.

• Shape Options: If you prefer smaller portions, you can shape the dough into individual rolls or even make a braided loaf for a more decorative look.

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Nutrition Information (Per Slice, based on 12 slices):

• Calories: 230 kcal

• Fat: 9g

• Saturated Fat: 5g

• Carbohydrates: 32g

• Sugars: 8g

• Protein: 5g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sodium: 130mg

Note: Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on specific ingredients used. For more precise nutritional information, use a recipe calculator.

Final Thoughts:

This Sweet Bread made in the Thermomix is easy to prepare, soft, and absolutely delicious. Whether you enjoy it on its own or with a spread of butter, jam, or honey, it’s a perfect addition to breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Thanks to your Thermomix, the dough comes together quickly and easily, and the result is a warm, fresh, homemade bread that your whole family will love!