Strawberry Yeast Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.

2. 2

   Add the granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, strawberry extract, and the egg to the yeast mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.

3. 3

   Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing continuously until a soft dough forms.

4. 4

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

6. 6

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased bread pan.

7. 7

   Cover the bread pan with a cloth and let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes, or until it has puffed up slightly above the rim of the pan.

8. 8

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

9. 9

   Bake the bread in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

10. 10

    Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.