Potato bread is a soft, fluffy, and flavorful alternative to traditional bread, with mashed potatoes added to the dough to give it a moist and tender texture. This versatile bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side with your favorite soups and stews. The potatoes help keep the bread fresh for longer and add a unique flavor that makes it irresistible!
This step-by-step recipe will guide you through making homemade potato bread from scratch, and you’ll love how easy it is to create this delicious bread right in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (from about 1 large potato, peeled and boiled)
- 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash, optional)