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ふわふわ~柔らかすぎるミルクちぎりパン♪Soft and Fluffy Milk Bread

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Fluffy Japanese Milk Bread

Cultural Context

Fluffy Japanese Milk Bread, or Shokupan, has its roots in Japan's adaptation of Western bread-making techniques during the Meiji era. This soft, slightly sweet bread is a staple in Japanese households, often enjoyed as toast or in sandwiches. Its airy texture and rich flavor make it a beloved comfort food, and it has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring bakers to experiment with its unique texture and taste.

JapaneseJPmain
90 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
250g Bread flour
30g Sugar
3g Salt
185g Milk
3g Dry yeast
20g Unsalted butter (room temperature)

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and provides healthy fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water is more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

1

Combine the dry ingredients (bread flour, sugar, salt) and mix together with a whisk.

2

Combine milk and dry yeast, then add it to the dry ingredients and mix.

3

Put the mixture on the table and knead for 10 minutes.

4

Add butter and knead more for 5 minutes.

5

Make the dough round, then leave it in a warm place until it doubles in size (primary fermentation).

6

Degas the dough, divide it into 16 pieces, and make them round.

7

Cover the pieces with a wet cloth and leave them for 15 minutes (bench time).

8

After resting, deflate with your hand, round and smooth the surface of the dough well, and firmly close the seam.

9

Place the dough pieces in a square pan.

10

Cover with plastic wrap or a wet cloth to prevent drying, and leave in a warm place until they double in size (secondary fermentation).

11

Sprinkle with bread flour using a tea strainer.

12

Preheat the oven to 180℃, then reduce to 150℃ and bake for 17 minutes.

13

Remove from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

18cm square cake panwhiskbowlwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Shokupan
Local Name: ふわふわの牛乳パン

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