Yes, it is entirely possible to make white bread without eggs or milk. Traditional white bread recipes typically include only a few basic ingredients: flour, water, yeast, salt, and sometimes a small amount of sugar and fat (like vegetable oil or butter). Eggs and milk are not necessary for a basic white bread recipe.
Here's a simple egg-free and milk-free white bread recipe:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any other neutral-tasting oil)
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
In a separate small bowl or cup, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the flour mixture.
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms, then transfer the dough to a floured surface.
Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough back into the mixing bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Punch down the risen dough to remove excess air.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
Cover the loaf pan with a damp cloth and let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes.
Optionally, make shallow cuts on the top of the dough using a sharp knife to allow for even rising during baking.
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
This recipe will yield a delicious, classic white bread without the need for eggs or milk. You can customize the flavor and texture of the bread by experimenting with different types of flour, adding seeds, or incorporating other ingredients of your choice.