Welcome to the ultimate guide for creating the perfect batch of white batter bread, a classic culinary delight enjoyed by bread lovers worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your baking journey, this article will provide you with the essential knowledge and step-by-step instructions to achieve that perfect loaf with a light and fluffy texture, golden crust, and irresistible aroma. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of kneading, rising, shaping, and baking, we'll take you through the entire process, ensuring a successful and rewarding baking experience.
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BATTER WHITE BREAD
Batter Bread is a no-knead yeast bread using unbleached all-purpose flour. Hint: All yeast bread doughs rise best at about 85 degrees F. Put in oven with a bowl of hot water on bottom shelf. Inside a gas oven with a pilot light is ideal.
Provided by Ed
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together shortening, sugar, salt, yeast, and 1 1/5 cups flour. Add warm water and beat by hand about 300 strokes, or 3 minutes, with an electric mixer. Add remaining flour, scraping bowl often, and mix all together until smooth.
- Cover with a clean cloth and let rise until doubled in volume.
- Stir dough down gently, and spoon into a lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pan (the batter should be sticky). Pat down with floured hands to help shape. Cover again, and let rise for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bake for about 45 minutes. Place on a cooling rack, and brush top with melted butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 396.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
WHITE VELVET BATTER BREAD
Provided by Beth Hensperger
Categories Bread Side Bake Party Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Step 1: Mixing the Batter
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the yeast, a pinch of the brown sugar, and the ginger over the warm water. Stir to dissolve and let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes.
- To make by hand:
- Combine the milk, the remaining sugar, salt, oil or butter, and 1 1/2 cups of the flour in a large bowl. Beat vigorously with a balloon whisk or dough whisk, at least 40 strokes by hand, until thick and sticky. Add the yeast mixture and beat vigorously for 1 minute more. Continue to add the remaining flour gradually, 1/2 cup at a time, then beat vigorously another 100 strokes, about 2 minutes. The batter will stay sticky. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
- To make by mixer:
- Combine the milk, the remaining sugar, salt, oil or butter, and 1 1/2 cups of the flour in the bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat for 1 minute on medium speed, or until thick and sticky. Add the yeast mixture and beat for 1 minute more. Continue to add the remaining flour on low speed, 1/2 cup at a time, then beat vigorously about 2 minutes on medium speed. The batter will stay sticky. Scrape down the sides with a spatula.
- Step 2: Panning and Rising
- Generously grease the bottom and sides of the coffee cans or glass baking canisters. Divide the batter evenly between the 2 molds, filling one-half to two-thirds full. Use a spatula to push the batter into the corners and smooth the top with flour-dusted fingers. Cover loosely with plastic wrap lightly greased with vegetable oil cooking spray and let rise at room temperature until double in bulk, about 45 minutes to 1 hour; the batter should be even with the rim of the pan and slightly lift up the plastic wrap. Do not let the dough rise more than double (overrisen loaves collapse during baking). If the batter overrises, scrape it into a bowl, beat vigorously about 20 strokes, then return it to the pan and begin the rising again.
- Step 3: Baking, Cooling and Storage
- About 20 minutes before baking, place the oven rack in the lower part of the oven and preheat the oven to 350° (325° if using glass molds).
- Bake until the top is crusty and dark brown, the bread sounds hollow when tapped, and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer should read 200 degrees. The crown will dome about 3 to 4 inches above the rim of the mold. Cool in the molds for 5 minutes. Turn the mold on its side and slide the loaves out onto a rack to cool on their sides for at least 2 hours. Serve slightly warm, sliced into thick rounds or cut into long wedges, with lots of butter.
- Store wrapped in a plastic food storage bag at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
WHITE BATTER BREAD
This simple recipe will give you 2 beautiful, delicious loaves of bread. Try it warm with butter and jam, WOW!! Prep time is the rising.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h50m
Yield 2 loaves, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dissolve yeast in water, in a large bowl.
- Add half the flour, and the sugar, salt,and shortning.
- Blend at low speed, then beat 2 minutes at med speed.
- Mix in remaining flour by hand.
- Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Stir the batter hard for 30 seconds.
- Spread into 2 8in greased loaf pans (batter will be sticky).
- Let rise until doubled, about 20 minutes.
- Bake at 325* for about 45 minutes, until golden brown and done.
Tips:
- Proper ingredient measurement: Use a kitchen scale to accurately measure ingredients, especially flour, for consistent results.
- Activate the yeast: Ensure the yeast is active by mixing it with warm water (105-115°F) and a pinch of sugar before adding it to the dough. This will help the yeast grow and produce carbon dioxide, resulting in a light and airy bread.
- Knead the dough properly: Kneading helps develop the gluten in the flour, giving the bread its structure and elasticity. Knead for at least 5-7 minutes or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: The ideal temperature for rising bread dough is between 75-85°F. Cover the dough and place it in a warm spot, such as an oven with the light on, to help it rise properly.
- Bake the bread at the right temperature: The baking temperature and time will vary depending on the type of bread you are making. Generally, bread should be baked at a high temperature (375-400°F) for a short period to create a crispy crust and a soft interior.
Conclusion:
With careful attention to ingredient measurement, yeast activation, kneading, rising, and baking techniques, you can create delicious homemade white batter bread that is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side dish. Experiment with different recipes and techniques to find the perfect loaf of bread that suits your taste and preferences. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first attempt is not perfect. Keep trying, and you'll eventually be able to bake amazing white batter bread that your family and friends will love.
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