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Japanese Milk Bread

Cultural Context

Japanese Milk Bread, or 'Shokupan,' has its roots in the late 19th century when Western-style bread was introduced to Japan. This soft, pillowy bread is a staple in Japanese households, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a base for sandwiches. Its unique texture comes from the tangzhong method, which involves cooking a portion of the flour and water to create a gelatinized mixture, enhancing moisture retention. Today, it's beloved not only in Japan but also around the world, inspiring various adaptations and uses in baking.

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6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup warm milk
1 tablespoon yeast
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons milk powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar
cream
1

Add 1 tablespoon yeast to 1/2 cup warm milk and let it sit for 10 minutes for fermentation.

2

In a separate pot, mix 1/2 cup milk with 1 tablespoon flour and cook on low flame until thick and smooth, ensuring no lumps form.

3

Transfer the thickened mixture to a bowl.

4

In the bowl, add 2 tablespoons milk powder, 1 tablespoon salt, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar.

5

Knead the dough with the yeast mixture and the thickened milk mixture until combined.

6

Let the dough rise for 1 hour.

7

Punch down the dough to remove excess air bubbles.

8

Divide the dough into three equal portions and roll each portion.

9

Place the rolled portions into a greased pan, ensuring they are lightly touching each other.

10

Brush the top of the dough with cream.

11

Bake the bread for 25 minutes until golden brown.

Equipment Needed

potbowlpan

Allergens

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Local Name: メロンパン

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