Potato bread is a fantastic way to elevate your breakfast routine. It’s incredibly soft, slightly sweet, and has an unbeatable pillowy texture, thanks to the addition of mashed potatoes. Whether toasted with butter and jam, made into breakfast sandwiches, or served alongside eggs and bacon, this bread is versatile and perfect for a hearty breakfast.
This recipe uses mashed potatoes to enhance the bread’s softness while giving it a subtle richness. The result? A light, fluffy, and tender bread that’s absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for greasing bowl and pan)
For Brushing:
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)