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Homemade Vienna Bread
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Ingredients
instant yeast
whole milk
all-purpose flour
unsalted butter
sugar
salt
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STEP 1
Stir the yeast and warm milk with a spoon and let it dissolve for 10 minutes.
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STEP 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and sugar.
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STEP 3
Create a well in the middle of the flour and pour the milk mixture.
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STEP 4
Mix (on low speed) until a ball forms, about 3 minutes.
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STEP 5
Add the butter and mix again until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
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STEP 6
Shape into a ball. Cover and let it rise for about 90 minutes, or until doubled in volume.
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STEP 7
Gently punch down the dough and divide into two balls.
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STEP 8
Shape each ball into an elongated loaf. Cover and let it rise for about an hour, or until puffy.
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STEP 9
Brush with egg wash. Score and bake until golden brown.
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Enjoy!
For a chocolate version, fill with chocolate chips before baking!
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