Condensed Milk Bread
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
40 mins
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Cook Time
22 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 47 mins
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Servings
2 Loaves
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Calories
1500 kcal
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Course
Bread
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Cuisine
International
Condensed Milk Bread
Description
The Condensed Milk Bread recipe combines active dry yeast, salt, milk, sweetened condensed milk, egg, and all-purpose flour to create a rich dough. After mixing and folding in softened butter, the dough is kneaded until smooth and elastic and then placed in a greased bowl to rise until doubled in size. This proofing step develops the yeast's leavening and texture in the bread.
Following the first rise, the dough is divided, shaped, and allowed to proof again before baking. The bread's crust receives a glaze made from condensed milk and softened butter, which imparts a shiny, sweet finish. The bread bakes to a golden color with a soft, fluffy interior, slightly sweetened by the condensed milk, making it delicate and tender, suitable for many uses like toast or sandwiches.
Using room temperature milk and soft butter helps incorporate ingredients evenly. The kneading time ensures gluten development for structure. Proofing in a warm spot, such as a microwave with a hot water cup, speeds rising. The glaze adds a subtle richness enhancing the crust without overwhelming sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk room temperature
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter softened, unsalted
Egg wash
- 2 teaspoons egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
Condensed milk glaze
- 3 tablespoons condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon butter softened, unsalted
Instructions
- Soften the butter at room temperature. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, condensed milk, egg, salt, and yeast. Sift the all-purpose flour into the same bowl and mix with a spatula until combined. Continue mixing and folding the dough until the ingredients are fully incorporated. Add the softened butter to the dough and mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it by hand for 15 to 20 minutes, until smooth. If the dough becomes too sticky to knead, set aside one tablespoon of all-purpose flour and sprinkle it over the dough as needed.
- Place the dough in a buttered bowl and cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap. Let the dough proof in a warm area for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. (I usually leave the dough in the microwave with a cup of hot water next to it, which helps reduce the proofing time.)
- After the first proofing, transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently press to release the air. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Flatten and shape each portion into a 16 x 8-inch (40 x 20 cm) rectangle, then roll it up and pinch the seam to seal. Place the seam side down and cut the dough into equal pieces with a knife, similar to making cinnamon rolls.
- Line the cut dough pieces in a loaf pan and cover them lightly with plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm area for 45 minutes. Repeat this step with the second loaf. Once the loaves have doubled in size, brush them with an egg wash.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake the loaves for 22 minutes, or until golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by combining the condensed milk with softened butter in a small bowl. Whisk until well combined and set aside.
- After baking, remove the bread from the loaf pan immediately. Brush the bread with the condensed milk glaze and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Proof the dough in a warm place to help it rise faster; placing it inside a microwave with a cup of hot water works well.
- Use room temperature milk and softened butter for better dough consistency and easier mixing.
- Proper kneading time is important to develop a smooth dough that will rise well.
- The condensed milk glaze adds a subtle sweetness and shine after baking.
- This bread is versatile and can be used for sandwiches or as a snack.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Loaves
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1500 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2Loaves | |
| Calories | 1500kcal | 75% |
| Carbohydrates | 233g | 78% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 26g | 130% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 254mg | 85% |
| Sodium | 808mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 892mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 65g | 130% |
| Vitamin A | 1604IU | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 522mg | 52% |
| Iron | 11mg | 61% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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