Ingredients

150 ml (⅔ cup) warm milk
250 g (2 cups) wheat flour
50 g (¼ cup) powdered sugar
¼ tsp salt
10 g (1 tbsp) milk powder
6 g (2 tsp) yeast
15 g (1 tbsp) unsalted butter
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
1 egg yolk (for brushing)

Directions

Add the flour, powdered sugar, salt, and milk powder to the bowl. Mix well until combined and a sticky dough begins to form.

Knead the dough by hand or with a mixer until it becomes smooth and elastic (about 8-10 minutes).

Pour 150 ml warm milk into a large bowl and sprinkle in the yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.

Add the butter to the dough and continue kneading until it is fully absorbed and the dough is soft and shiny.

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

Place the shaped dough onto a greased or parchment-lined baking tray or loaf pan.

Punch down the dough to release air and divide it into 4 equal parts. Shape each piece into a loaf or desired shape as per your preference.

Let the shaped dough rest for 15 minutes to rise slightly.

Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).

Brush the dough evenly with the egg yolk and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a decorative finish.

Bake the bread for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.