Nigerian Agege Bread Recipe | Soft Milky Bread Recipe

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a similar richness with less saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness with added nutrients.

Mix yeast with warm water and sugar in a bowl; let sit until bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour, salt, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and milk to the flour mixture; stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

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

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.

Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan; cover and let rise again for about 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter.

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

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