This gluten-free milk bread recipe delivers a soft, fluffy loaf with a pillowy texture and a slightly sweet flavor. It’s a perfect alternative for those who miss traditional milk bread but need to avoid gluten. This recipe uses a combination of gluten-free flours and psyllium husk to mimic the structure of gluten, making the bread rise beautifully and giving it a light, airy crumb.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups warm milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp butter (softened, dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups gluten-free bread flour blend
- 2 tbsp psyllium husk powder
- 1 tsp xanthan gum (if not included in flour blend)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast:
In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy. - Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, psyllium husk powder, xanthan gum (if using), and salt. Add the softened butter and eggs to the dry ingredients, followed by the yeast mixture. - Knead the Dough:
Mix the ingredients well until a sticky dough forms. You can use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for better results. Knead the dough on medium speed for about 5 minutes. The dough will be sticky, but that’s okay for gluten-free bread. - First Rise:
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size. - Shape the Dough:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly greased loaf pan. Smooth the top of the dough with a spatula or wet hands. - Second Rise:
Cover the loaf pan and let the dough rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it has puffed up slightly. - Bake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped. - Cool and Serve:
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy! - This gluten-free milk bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply as a soft, buttery treat. You won’t miss the gluten with this one!
