
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, fragrant loaf out of a bread machine, and this classic white bread delivers every single time. The ingredient list is refreshingly short โ warm water, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast โ which means there is absolutely nothing hidden in here to worry about. For anyone navigating a coconut sensitivity, store-bought breads can be a minefield of unexpected oils and additives, but this recipe keeps things beautifully straightforward. The bread machine does all the heavy lifting, from kneading to baking, so your only real job is loading the pan in the right order and waiting for that irresistible smell to fill your kitchen. A medium crust setting gives you that deep golden exterior with a soft, pillowy crumb inside โ ideal for sandwiches, toast, or just a thick slice with butter. Letting it cool on a wire rack before slicing is the one step worth being patient about, since it protects that airy texture you worked so hard to achieve.
Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more โ12 servings





Add the ingredients to the bread machine pan in the order listed: water, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast. Make a small well in the center of the flour and pour the yeast into it, keeping the yeast away from the salt.
Insert the pan into the bread machine, select the Basic or White Bread cycle, choose your preferred crust color (medium is recommended), and press Start. The full cycle will run approximately 3 hours.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
