Here is a classic, easy, soft Amish White Bread recipe — sweet, tender, and perfect for sandwiches or toast. It’s beginner-friendly and uses simple ingredients!
🍞 Easy Amish White Bread
Ingredients (Makes 2 loaves)
2 cups warm water (110°F / warm but not hot)
⅔ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tbsp active dry yeast (or 2 packets)
1 ½ tsp salt
¼ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
6 cups all-purpose flour (you may need a little more or less)
Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl:
Combine warm water + sugar.
Sprinkle yeast on top.
Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
Stir in salt and oil.
Add flour 1 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Turn onto a floured surface and knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise
Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat.
Cover with a towel and let rise 1 hour, or until doubled.
4. Shape into Loaves
Punch down the dough.
Divide into 2 equal pieces.
Shape into loaves and place in two greased 9×5-inch loaf pans.
5. Second Rise
Let rise 30–40 minutes, or until the dough is about 1 inch above the pan.
6. Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
7. Finish
Brush with butter while warm for soft, shiny tops.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Amish White Bread
If dough feels sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time — don’t overdo it.
For richer flavor, replace part of the water with warm milk.
Bread freezes beautifully: wrap tightly once fully cooled.
Variations
Honey Amish Bread: swap sugar for ½ cup honey.
Cinnamon Swirl: roll dough out, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar, roll up, and place in pan.
Dinner Rolls: shape into balls and bake 15–18 minutes.
If you want, I can also give:
✔ Half-batch (1 loaf)
✔ Bread machine version
✔ Amish sweet rolls variation
Just tell me!
