{"id":7042654,"date":"2026-08-20T08:50:46","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T08:50:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/budget-food\/japanese-milk-bread-recipe-soft-fluffy-easy\/"},"modified":"2026-08-20T08:50:46","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T08:50:46","slug":"japanese-milk-bread-recipe-soft-fluffy-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7042654","title":{"rendered":"Japanese Milk Bread Recipe \u2013 Soft, Fluffy &#038; Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love soft, fluffy bread with a tender, cotton-like crumb, this Japanese milk bread recipe is one you\u2019ll want to make again and again. Also known as Shokupan, Japanese milk bread is slightly sweet, beautifully light, and perfect for sandwiches, toast, and French toast.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image.jpg\" alt=\"Japanese Milk Bread Feature Image.\" class=\"wp-image-19153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My recipe is a little different because I use <strong>all-purpose flour instead of bread flour<\/strong>, and the result is wonderfully soft and fluffy. A simple <strong>Tangzhong<\/strong> helps the bread rise beautifully, stay tender, and remain soft for days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to be an experienced baker to make it, either. I\u2019ll show you how to make Japanese milk bread step by step, including how to prepare the Tangzhong, knead the dough to the right consistency, and shape it for that beautiful pull-apart loaf.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-watch-how-to-make-japanese-milk-bread\">\ud83d\udcfa <strong>Watch How To Make Japanese Milk Bread \ud83d\udc47\ud83c\udffb<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Japanese Milk Bread Recipe | Soft &amp; Fluffy Every Time\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W4Tx_gmWU1w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-why-you-ll-love-this-japanese-milk-bread\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love This Japanese Milk Bread<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Super soft and fluffy texture<\/li>\n<li>Stays soft for days<\/li>\n<li>Slightly sweet buttery flavor<\/li>\n<li>Perfect for sandwiches and toast<\/li>\n<li>Beginner-friendly bread recipe<\/li>\n<li>Made with simple pantry ingredients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-makes-japanese-milk-bread-so-soft\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes Japanese Milk Bread So Soft?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The secret to the soft, fluffy texture of Japanese milk bread is <strong>Tangzhong<\/strong>, a cooked mixture of flour and liquid that is added to the bread dough.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cooking the flour with milk allows it to hold more moisture. When the Tangzhong is added to the dough, it helps create a tender, cotton-soft crumb and keeps the milk bread soft for longer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tangzhong only takes a few minutes to prepare, but it makes a noticeable difference in the texture and freshness of the finished loaf.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-8-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-japanese-milk-bread\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Japanese Milk Bread?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Japanese milk bread is a soft, fluffy, slightly sweet bread commonly known as <strong>Shokupan<\/strong> in Japan. \u201cShokupan\u201d means \u201ceating bread,\u201d and it\u2019s an everyday bread often enjoyed for breakfast, sandwiches, and toast.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dough is enriched with milk, butter, and egg, giving the bread a tender texture and mild flavor. Combined with the Tangzhong method, it produces the light, cotton-soft crumb Japanese milk bread is known for.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll commonly see Japanese milk bread baked in two shapes. It can have a rounded top, like the loaf I\u2019m making in this recipe, or a square, flat top when baked in a lidded Pullman loaf pan. The square loaf is especially convenient for evenly shaped sandwich slices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can enjoy Japanese milk bread toasted with butter or jam, use it for sandwiches and French toast, or shape the same soft dough into buns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-ingredients-you-ll-need\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You\u2019ll Need<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"h-all-purpose-flour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">All-Purpose Flour<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional Japanese milk bread recipes often use bread flour, but I use <strong>all-purpose flour<\/strong> in this recipe because it\u2019s easier to find in most kitchens. It also produces a wonderfully soft and tender loaf. You can use bread flour instead if you prefer; I explain the difference below.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-milk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milk<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I recommend <strong>whole milk<\/strong> for the best flavor and texture. The milk is also used to make the Tangzhong, which helps give the bread its soft crumb.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-yeast\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yeast<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use <strong>instant yeast or active dry yeast<\/strong>. Make sure your yeast is fresh so the dough rises properly.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-butter\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Butter<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use <strong>unsalted butter<\/strong>. It adds richness and a lovely buttery flavor while helping create a tender loaf.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-egg\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Egg<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The egg enriches the dough and contributes to its soft texture. You\u2019ll also use an egg wash before baking to give the loaf its beautiful golden top.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-tangzhong\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tangzhong<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This simple mixture of <strong>flour and milk<\/strong> is one of the keys to the bread\u2019s fluffy texture and helps it stay soft longer. Don\u2019t skip it!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll find the exact measurements in the recipe card below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1.jpg\" alt=\"Side click of freshly baked Japanese milk bread.\" class=\"wp-image-19160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-8-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-bread-flour-vs-all-purpose-flour\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bread Flour vs All-Purpose Flour<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bread flour has a higher protein content than all-purpose flour, which helps it develop more gluten. This can give bread a slightly chewier texture and a stronger structure.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this Japanese milk bread recipe, however, I use <strong>all-purpose flour<\/strong>. It produces a beautifully soft and tender loaf, and it\u2019s an ingredient many home bakers already have in their kitchens.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also make this recipe with bread flour using the same measurements. The dough may feel a little different when you handle and shape it, and the finished loaf can have a slightly chewier texture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you want an especially soft and tender milk bread, all-purpose flour works beautifully in this recipe.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5.jpg\" alt=\"Showing tender crumbs of milk bread.\" class=\"wp-image-19161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-japanese-milk-bread-shokupan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO MAKE JAPANESE MILK BREAD (SHOKUPAN)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This will be an easy and fun project if you have baked bread before. But if this is your first time,\u00a0<strong>no worries<\/strong>, it will be easy for you too, I promise! Watch the video tutorial and follow the step-by-step images for guidance. Let\u2019s begin.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-making-tangzhong\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">MAKING TANGZHONG <\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Off the heat and in a saucepan, add the flour and half a cup of milk. Whisk until you see no lumps.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing flour with milk.\" class=\"wp-image-19127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-1-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn on the heat to medium and keep stirring until you get a pudding-like consistency. Now you have Tangzhong ready.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2.jpg\" alt=\"Cooking the milk with flour.\" class=\"wp-image-19129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2-560x316.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Making-the-dough-enhancer-2-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn off the heat, pour another half cup of milk into the mixture, and whisk.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the sugar, yeast, and whisk well, then add the egg and whisk until combined. Make sure the mixture is not hot but warm before adding the yeast.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg.jpg\" alt=\"Adding the yeast, sugar, egg, and rest of milk.\" class=\"wp-image-19130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-560x316.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-720x407.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-360x203.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-180x102.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Adding-the-egg-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-making-the-dough-step-by-step\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">MAKING THE DOUGH STEP BY STEP<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the flour and salt to a stand mixer bowl. Mix well.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/mixing-flour-with-salt.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing the flour with salt.\" class=\"wp-image-19131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/mixing-flour-with-salt.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/mixing-flour-with-salt-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/mixing-flour-with-salt-560x317.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/mixing-flour-with-salt-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">pour the Tangzhong mixture into the flour and knead for 2 minutes. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1204\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer.jpg\" alt=\"Pouring dough enhancer to the flour.\" class=\"wp-image-19132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer.jpg 1204w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer-560x314.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Pouring-dough-enhancer-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1204px) 100vw, 1204px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gradually add the melted butter and continue kneading. Knead for 10 minutes. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Adding melted butter to dough.\" class=\"wp-image-19133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough-560x316.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/pouring-melted-butter-to-dough-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stretch a small piece from the dough. When you stretch it thin enough to see the light or your fingers through it, and without tearing, stop the kneading. This is called the Windowpane test. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1202\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/stretching-the-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Performing Windowpane test on dough.\" class=\"wp-image-19135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/stretching-the-dough.jpg 1202w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/stretching-the-dough-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/stretching-the-dough-560x311.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/stretching-the-dough-150x83.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1202px) 100vw, 1202px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spray some oil into a large bowl and place the dough in it. Cover the dough for one and a half to two hours.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1197\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl.jpg\" alt=\"Placing dough in greased bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-19136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl.jpg 1197w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/placing-dough-in-a-bowl-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1197px) 100vw, 1197px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-shaping-and-forming-the-dough\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SHAPING AND FORMING THE DOUGH<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make four equal balls. Roll out the dough to 8 to 9 inches. You can use your hand instead of a rolling pin.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1204\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball.jpg\" alt=\"Flatten the dough ball.\" class=\"wp-image-19138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball.jpg 1204w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball-560x316.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rolling-out-the-dough-ball-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1204px) 100vw, 1204px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fold the top to the center, then the bottom over the top fold. Rotate the folded dough to 90\u00b0and roll it up. Pinch to seal the seam. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1.jpg\" alt=\"Folding the top part of the dough.\" class=\"wp-image-19139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-1-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2.jpg\" alt=\"Folding the bottom part.\" class=\"wp-image-19140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2-560x314.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-2-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1202\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-3.jpg\" alt=\"Spreading the dough to roll it again.\" class=\"wp-image-19141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-3.jpg 1202w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-3-560x312.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-3-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1202px) 100vw, 1202px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-4.jpg\" alt=\"Rolling up the dough.\" class=\"wp-image-19142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-4.jpg 1198w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-4-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-4-560x313.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-4-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5.jpg\" alt=\"Sealing and pinching the seam side.\" class=\"wp-image-19143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5-560x314.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-5-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6.jpg\" alt=\"Folded dough ready to be baked.\" class=\"wp-image-19144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6.jpg 1199w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6-560x314.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/folding-the-dough-6-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place the rolled dough into the loaf seam side down. Cover the loaf pan and let the dough rise again for 30 to 40 minutes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1201\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Dough in the pan for second proofing.\" class=\"wp-image-19146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough-560x317.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/second-rise-of-dough-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1201px) 100vw, 1201px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make an egg wash by beating an egg with two tablespoons of water. Lightly brush the dough and then place the loaf pan in the oven.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash.jpg\" alt=\"Brushing with egg wash.\" class=\"wp-image-19147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brushing-the-dough-with-egg-wash-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Then cool on a wire rack.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"677\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh milk bread from the oven.\" class=\"wp-image-19148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven-560x316.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Freshly-baked-and-out-of-the-oven-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-tips-to-make-the-best-japanese-milk-bread\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TIPS TO MAKE THE BEST JAPANESE MILK BREAD<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not add the yeast to the dough enhancer while it\u2019s hot. Make sure the enhancer is warm.<\/li>\n<li>Use the spoon and level when measuring the all-purpose or bread flour.<\/li>\n<li>You can knead the dough with your hands, but it will take longer (around 12 to 14 minutes) to pass the Windowpane test and develop gluten. It\u2019s best to use a stand mixer. Windowpane is when you stretch the dough, and it stretches thin. You can see the light through it without it tearing. The more you knead the dough, the stretchier it gets. I showed this in the video tutorial.<\/li>\n<li>Be gentle when handling the dough while shaping it. Avoid tearing the dough.<\/li>\n<li>If you are using bread flour, you might need a rolling pin to roll the dough, but with all-purpose flour, you can spread and shape the dough with your hand, as shown in the video. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-2-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"h-what-s-the-difference-between-japanese-milk-bread-and-brioche\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s the Difference Between Japanese Milk Bread and Brioche?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both are soft, enriched breads, but brioche generally contains considerably more butter and eggs, making it richer and more buttery. Japanese milk bread is lighter and has a soft, fluffy crumb, especially when made using the Tangzhong method.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is My Japanese Milk Bread Dense?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dense milk bread can happen when the dough hasn\u2019t been kneaded enough to develop the gluten, the yeast isn\u2019t active, or the dough hasn\u2019t had enough time to rise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the <strong>windowpane test<\/strong> described above to check the dough after kneading, and let the dough rise until properly proofed rather than relying only on the clock.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Knead Japanese Milk Bread by Hand?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The dough is soft and can feel sticky, so kneading by hand will take longer than using a stand mixer. It may take around <strong>12 to 14 minutes<\/strong> to develop enough gluten to pass the windowpane test.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Refrigerate the Dough Overnight?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. After kneading, place the dough in a large covered container and refrigerate it overnight for the <strong>first rise<\/strong>. The dough will expand, so make sure the container has plenty of room.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next day, continue with shaping and the second rise before baking.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do I Know When Milk Bread Is Fully Baked?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The loaf should be beautifully golden and sound hollow when gently tapped. After baking, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can I Make With Japanese Milk Bread?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Japanese milk bread is excellent for <strong>sandwiches, toast, and French toast<\/strong>. You can also use the dough to make soft buns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-ways-to-enjoy-japanese-milk-bread\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ways to Enjoy Japanese Milk Bread<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Japanese milk bread has a mild, slightly sweet flavor that makes it useful for both sweet and savory dishes. Here are some of my favorite ways to enjoy it:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Toast it and serve with <strong>butter and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/strawberry-fridge-jam\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7963\">jam<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Use it as soft <strong>sandwich bread<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/french-toast\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9765\">French toast<\/a>\u2014the thick, fluffy slices work beautifully for it.<\/li>\n<li>Turn leftover slices into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/blackberry-bread-pudding\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5316\">bread pudding<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Spread it with <strong>Nutella<\/strong> or another favorite spread.<\/li>\n<li>Use the dough to make soft <strong>burger or sandwich buns<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup shot of Japanese milk bread on a wire wrack.\" class=\"wp-image-19163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-store-japanese-milk-bread\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Store Japanese Milk Bread<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">OLet the milk bread cool completely before storing it. Place it in an airtight bag or container and keep it at room temperature for up to <strong>2 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For longer storage, slice the loaf and freeze it in a freezer-safe bag for up to <strong>3 months<\/strong>. Freezing individual slices also makes it easy to take out only what you need.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-theme-palette-2-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-more-bread-recipes-to-try\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Bread Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-19124\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"19124\" data-servings=\"16\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-munaty-clean\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.munatycooking.com%2Fjapanese-milk-bread%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.munatycooking.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F05%2FJapanese-milk-bread-feature-image.jpg&amp;description=This+easy+Japanese+milk+bread+recipe+makes+a+soft%2C+fluffy%2C+slightly+sweet+loaf+using+the+Tangzhong+method.+Perfect+for+sandwiches%2C+toast%2C+or+enjoying+on+its+own.&amp;is_video=false\" target=\"_blank\" data-recipe=\"19124\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/japanese-milk-bread\/\" data-media=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image.jpg\" data-description=\"This easy Japanese milk bread recipe makes a soft, fluffy, slightly sweet loaf using the Tangzhong method. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying on its own.\" data-repin=\"\" role=\"button\" style=\"color: #333333;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #333333;border-radius: 8px;padding: 5px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-pin wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-pin-button wprm-recipe-link-button wprm-color-accent\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-pin-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" fill=\"#ce2626\"><path fill=\"#ce2626\" d=\"M12,0C5.4,0,0,5.4,0,12c0,5.1,3.2,9.4,7.6,11.2c-0.1-0.9-0.2-2.4,0-3.4c0.2-0.9,1.4-6,1.4-6S8.7,13,8.7,12 c0-1.7,1-2.9,2.2-2.9c1,0,1.5,0.8,1.5,1.7c0,1-0.7,2.6-1,4c-0.3,1.2,0.6,2.2,1.8,2.2c2.1,0,3.8-2.2,3.8-5.5c0-2.9-2.1-4.9-5-4.9 c-3.4,0-5.4,2.6-5.4,5.2c0,1,0.4,2.1,0.9,2.7c0.1,0.1,0.1,0.2,0.1,0.3c-0.1,0.4-0.3,1.2-0.3,1.4c-0.1,0.2-0.2,0.3-0.4,0.2 c-1.5-0.7-2.4-2.9-2.4-4.6c0-3.8,2.8-7.3,7.9-7.3c4.2,0,7.4,3,7.4,6.9c0,4.1-2.6,7.5-6.2,7.5c-1.2,0-2.4-0.6-2.8-1.4 c0,0-0.6,2.3-0.7,2.9c-0.3,1-1,2.3-1.5,3.1C9.6,23.8,10.8,24,12,24c6.6,0,12-5.4,12-12C24,5.4,18.6,0,12,0z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Save for later<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-container-float-left\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 10px;\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-170x170 size-170x170\" alt=\"Japanese Milk Bread Feature Image.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Japanese-milk-bread-feature-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 170px) 100vw, 170px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.munatycooking.com\/wprm_print\/easy-japanese-milk-bread-recipe\" style=\"color: #333333;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe-id=\"19124\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Easy Japanese Milk Bread Recipe<\/h2>\n<p><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" style=\"display:block;width:0px;height:0px\"><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"33%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"50%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><defs><lineargradient id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-66\"><stop offset=\"0%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"1\"\/><stop offset=\"66%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><stop offset=\"100%\" stop-opacity=\"0\"\/><\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/svg><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This easy Japanese milk bread recipe makes a soft, fluffy, slightly sweet loaf using the Tangzhong method. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-semi-bold\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tag-icon wprm-recipe-keyword-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#333333\"><path d=\"M10.3751486,0.076857365 C14.4800787,0.363902043 17.5948888,3.86011769 17.4395617,7.94264453 L17.4324114,8.06363503 L18.5276667,7.03351806 C19.5730051,6.04970474 21.1389301,5.88973514 22.3561798,6.62061018 L22.5199255,6.72580302 C23.6998469,7.53517206 24.2101624,9.01192996 23.7996825,10.3671978 L23.737977,10.55118 L20.9781832,18.0392757 C21.8266399,18.4532395 22.3935161,19.3196488 22.3886178,20.2997609 L22.3824562,20.4641071 C22.2899952,21.7863617 21.1853173,22.7963187 19.8785011,22.7897876 L19.7141549,22.7836261 L5.88738768,21.8170691 C5.53161214,23.0768227 4.37361588,24 3,24 C1.34314575,24 0,22.6568542 0,21 C0,19.9002922 0.591710358,18.9387857 1.47412246,18.4164892 L2.26372725,7.12800838 C2.55651282,2.94097963 6.18811986,-0.215928207 10.3751486,0.076857365 Z M3,20 C2.44771525,20 2,20.4477153 2,21 C2,21.5522847 2.44771525,22 3,22 C3.55228475,22 4,21.5522847 4,21 C4,20.4477153 3.55228475,20 3,20 Z M4.27842123,7.0484684 L4.25885535,7.26752133 L3.50564887,18.0424325 C4.51546976,18.2138378 5.35350889,18.8898651 5.75124272,19.8019907 L19.8536679,20.788498 C20.1291376,20.8077607 20.3680654,20.6000639 20.3873281,20.3245942 C20.4044506,20.0797322 20.2422469,19.8637428 20.0125191,19.8052394 L19.9234243,19.7909339 L19.5744727,19.7665328 C18.948774,19.7227797 18.527364,19.1253865 18.6720504,18.5339163 L18.7059014,18.4232216 L21.8613215,9.85968566 C22.0620418,9.31494838 21.867338,8.70346752 21.3886025,8.37507808 C20.9621797,8.08257267 20.4008102,8.10081316 19.9961123,8.40732222 L19.8983706,8.48994208 L16.944649,11.2698176 C16.309533,11.8675529 15.2878242,11.4205546 15.2596589,10.5832258 L15.261733,10.4718492 L15.4311715,8.04876578 C15.6469062,4.96361586 13.3207856,2.28772016 10.2356357,2.07198547 C7.22394169,1.86138731 4.60224565,4.07304472 4.27842123,7.0484684 Z\"\/><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Dish: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-semi-bold\">Japanese Milk Bread<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-prep-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-cook-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-custom-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Dough Resting Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-time-icon wprm-recipe-total-time-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#333333\" d=\"M21,11h2.949C23.466,5.181,18.819,0.534,13,0.051V3h-2V0.051C5.181,0.534,0.534,5.181,0.051,11H3v2H0.051C0.534,18.819,5.181,23.466,11,23.949V21h2v2.949c5.819-0.484,10.466-5.13,10.949-10.949H21V11z M17,13h-5.535L6.613,5.723l1.664-1.109L12.535,11H17V13z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet=\"\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19124-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-19124-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"19124\" data-servings=\"16\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Tangzhong (starter)<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">flour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">all-purpose or bread flour<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Dough<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole milk at room temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">instant yeast<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large egg at room temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">flour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">all-purpose or bread flour<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter melted<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19124-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-19124-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"19124\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To make the Tangzhong (Dough Enhancer)<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Off the heat and in a small saucepan, add the flour and half a cup of milk. Whisk until you see no lumps.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Turn on the heat to medium and keep stirring or whisking until you get a pudding-like consistency.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Turn off the heat, pour another half cup of milk into the flour and milk mixture, and keep on whisking to prevent creating lumps.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Make sure the mixture is warm and not hot. Add the sugar, yeast, and whisk well, then add the egg and whisk until combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To make the dough<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Attach the dough hook attachment to a stand mixer, add the flour and salt to the stand mixer&#8217;s bowl, mix them well, and then pour the Tangzhong.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Run the stand mixer and knead. When the dough is almost formed, pour in the melted butter.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Knead for 10 minutes, then take a piece from the dough and stretch it between your fingers. Stop kneading if you pull the dough enough to see your fingers under it without tearing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Knead the dough gently for a few seconds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Spray some oil into a large bowl and place the dough in it. Cover the dough and keep it in a warm place for one and a half to two hours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Press the dough to remove the extra air and knead gently for a few seconds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Shaping the dough<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Make four equal balls. I used the fourth ball to form small buns, but you can use a bigger loaf pan to use all four balls.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>If you want to bake the four balls in one loaf pan, grease an 8 x 12-inch loaf pan. If you want to keep the fourth ball to form small buns, go for a 4.5 x 8.5-inch loaf pan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Roll out the dough to 8 to 9 inches. As shown in the video, you can use a rolling pin or, better, use your hand.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Fold the top to the center, then the bottom over the top fold.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Rotate the folded dough to 90\u00b0and roll it up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Pinch to seal the seam. Place the rolled dough into the loaf seam side down. Do the same with the rest of the balls you formed earlier.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-2-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cover the loaf pan and let the dough rise again for 30 to 40 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Baking the Japanese milk bread<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350F\/180C.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Make an egg wash by beating an egg with two tablespoons of water. Lightly brush the dough and then place the loaf pan in the oven.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-3-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until it\u2019s golden brown. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-3-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Remove the bread from the pan and cool it on a wire rack.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-19124-step-3-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>For more flavor, I sometimes brush the top of the bread with butter after taking it out of the oven, but that\u2019s an optional step.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19124-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ol>\n<li>As I mentioned in the post, I used all-purpose flour to make this milk bread.\u00a0You can use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour without changing the measurements.<\/li>\n<li>When you make the Tangzhong, ensure the mixture is warm and not hot before adding the yeast, or the dough won\u2019t rise.<\/li>\n<li>It is best to use whole milk, but you can go for coconut milk.<\/li>\n<li>If the dough is still wet, lightly dust the working surface with flour when rolling out the dough.<\/li>\n<li>Do the Windowpane test. I wrote more about it under <em>Tips<\/em>. It will be a guide to fluffy milk bread.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proofing the dough<\/strong>: If the kitchen is cold, wrap the bowl with thick towels.<\/li>\n<li>This recipe makes one large loaf of milk bread, one medium size, and three buns.<\/li>\n<li>If you want to make buns out of the dough, it usually takes 12 to 14 minutes in the oven using the same temperature I have mentioned in the recipe.<\/li>\n<li>Use half the amount of salt if you are using salted butter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-19124-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<div class=\"wprm-internal-container wprm-internal-container-nutrition\" style=\"\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\"> Slice<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">178<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">23<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">484<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">85<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">139<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">87<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you love soft, fluffy bread with a tender, cotton-like crumb, this Japanese milk bread recipe is one you\u2019ll want to make again and again. Also known as Shokupan, Japanese milk bread is slightly sweet, beautifully light, and perfect for sandwiches, toast, and French toast. My recipe is a little different because I use all-purpose [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7042655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[141],"tags":[14675,281,666,1125,205066,16674,205067,5521,209],"dealstore":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-7042654","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-budget-food","tag-bread","tag-easy","tag-fluffy","tag-japanese","tag-japanese-milk-bread","tag-milk","tag-milk-bread","tag-recipe","tag-soft"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Japanese Milk Bread Recipe \u2013 Soft, Fluffy &amp; Easy - Som2ny Network<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7042654\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Japanese Milk Bread Recipe \u2013 Soft, Fluffy &amp; Easy - Som2ny Network\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"If you love soft, fluffy bread with a tender, cotton-like crumb, this Japanese milk bread recipe is one you\u2019ll want to make again and again. 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