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Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe

Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe

This homemade Publix White Mountain Bread recipe makes a soft, fluffy loaf with a golden crust and lightly sweet flavor. Inspired by fresh Publix bakery bread, it’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, soup sides, or warm buttered slices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour works too
  • 1½ cups Warm Water Around 105°F
  • 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast Instant yeast also works
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Softened
  • 2 teaspoons Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl For mixing dough
  • 1 Wooden spoon Helps combine ingredients
  • 1 Measuring cup set Accurate measurements
  • 1 Baking Sheet or Dutch Oven For baking bread
  • 1 Parchment paper Prevents sticking
  • 1 Cooling rack Helps bread cool evenly

Method
 

Step 1
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. Add flour, butter, and salt, then mix until a rough sticky dough forms.
    Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe
Step 2
  1. Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until smooth and stretchy. Place it into a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
    Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe
Step 3
  1. Punch down the dough gently and shape it into a round loaf. Place the loaf onto parchment paper and lightly score the top with a sharp knife.
    Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe
Step 4
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Bake the bread covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake another 15 minutes until golden brown.
    Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe
Step 5
  1. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
    Publix White Mountain Bread Recipe

Notes

  • Don’t use hot water or it can kill the yeast.
  • Sticky dough is normal at first, avoid adding too much flour.
  • A Dutch oven helps create a bakery-style crust.
  • Let the bread cool fully before slicing for the best texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.