1️⃣Lemon Cream Cheese Bread
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
½ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 large egg
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp salt
For the Lemon Glaze (optional):
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk, 1 tsp sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add softened butter, cream cheese, egg, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes (or use a mixer with a dough hook) until smooth, soft, and elastic. The dough should feel slightly tacky but not sticky.
- First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape: Punch down the dough gently and shape it into a loaf. Place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan or on a parchment-lined tray.
- Second Rise: Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the warm bread.
Result: Soft, buttery, slightly tangy bread with a creamy, rich flavor — like lemon cheesecake meets brioche.
2️⃣Condensed Milk Bread (Soft & Fluffy)
Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chew)
2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
½ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk (plus more for brushing)
3 tbsp sugar
1 large egg
3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
½ tsp salt
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add in the condensed milk, egg, softened butter, and the yeast mixture. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead: Knead on a lightly floured surface (or with a mixer dough hook) for 8–10 minutes, until smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
- First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread: Punch down the dough, divide into equal portions (you can make a loaf, rolls, or braid it). Shape and place in a greased loaf pan or round baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush top with condensed milk or milk wash. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Finish: While still warm, brush with a little melted butter and a drizzle of condensed milk for that shiny, sweet glaze.
Texture:
Soft, buttery, slightly chewy, and just the right touch of sweetness — perfect for breakfast or with coffee.
3️⃣Cheddar Cheese Bread
Ingredients
Dry
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp garlic powder (optional but great)
Wet
2 eggs
1 cup milk
⅓ cup oil or melted butter
Cheese
1½–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
(mild or sharp)
Optional Add-Ins
2 Tbsp chopped chives or parsley
½ tsp black pepper
pinch paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven
350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan. - Mix dry ingredients
Flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder. - Mix wet ingredients
Whisk eggs, milk, and oil/butter. - Combine
Pour wet into dry and stir until just combined.. Fold in cheese (and herbs if using). Batter will be thick. - Bake
Spread into loaf pan. Bake 45–55 minutes. Top should be golden and a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool
Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Tips
Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for a cheesy crust.
Brush top with melted butter after baking for shine.
Best served warm.
Great for sandwiches or alongside soup
4️⃣Yogurt Bread Recipe
Ingredients
Dry
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2–3 Tbsp sugar (optional for light sweetness)
Wet
1 cup plain regular yogurt
2 eggs
¼ cup oil or melted butter
2–4 Tbsp milk (if batter is thick)
Instructions
- Preheat
350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan - Mix dry
Flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar - Mix wet
Whisk yogurt, eggs, oil/butter - Combine
Stir wet into dry. Add a little milk if batter feels too thick. Do not over mix. - Bake
Pour into loaf pan. Bake 45–55 minutes. Toothpick should come out clean - Cool
Let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing
Tips
Brush top with butter after baking for a glossy finish.
Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a light crust.
Toast slices with honey or jam — amazing!
Stays moist for 2–3 days wrapped well.
