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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Pain au Lait

Cultural Context

Pain au Lait, or 'milk bread,' hails from France and is cherished for its soft, slightly sweet texture. Traditionally enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack, it embodies the French love for simple yet delightful baked goods. This bread is often paired with coffee or chocolate, making it a beloved choice for both children and adults. Today, Pain au Lait has found its way into bakeries around the world, adapting to various tastes while still honoring its French roots.

FrenchFRother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
milk
butter
sugar
yeast
flour
salt
eggs
vanilla extract

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

1

Warm milk in a saucepan over low heat until lukewarm, about 100°F.

2

Dissolve yeast in the warm milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

3

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.

4

Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

5

Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.

6

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

7

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

8

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces.

9

Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

10

Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

12

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Milk BreadFrench Milk Bread
Local Name: Pain au Lait

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