White Bread
White Bread made with strong bread flour, water, yeast and olive oil is a classic crusty loaf prepared in the Thermomix TM7. The machine warms the water and yeast to the ideal temperature, then mixes and kneads the dough into a smooth, elastic ball. With consistent results every time, this homemade loaf delivers a golden crust and soft crumb with minimal effort.
About this recipe
White Bread Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate homemade loaf recipe for anyone who loves the smell of freshly baked bread in their own kitchen. Made with strong bread flour, water, dried instant yeast, a touch of sugar, sea salt and olive oil, this all-in-one kitchen machine takes care of the trickiest steps for you. The TM7 gently warms the water and yeast so your dough rises reliably, then mixes and kneads the bread flour into a smooth, elastic dough without sticky hands or a floury worktop. The integrated scale weighs each ingredient directly into the mixing bowl, which means fewer dishes and consistent results every single bake. This loaf is perfect as a side for soup, as the base for sandwiches in the lunchbox or simply sliced warm with butter. Whether you are searching for easy bread recipes for your Thermomix TM7 or want to start baking with confidence, this white loaf delivers a crisp golden crust and a soft, airy crumb every time.
Preparation tips
- Use strong bread flour rather than all-purpose flour, as the higher protein content gives the white loaf its airy crumb and sturdy structure. Weigh the flour directly into the mixing bowl so the hydration stays accurate and the dough is neither sticky nor dry.
- Let the shaped loaf prove in a warm, draught-free spot until it has visibly expanded before baking. A well-risen dough with active yeast and a pinch of sugar gives the white bread its light, tender crumb.
- For a crispier crust on your white bread, place a small ovenproof dish of water in the oven while it bakes. The steam helps the loaf rise fully before the crust sets, giving that bakery-style finish at home.
Recipe variations
- Wholegrain version: replace half of the strong bread flour with wholemeal flour and add a little extra water. The loaf becomes nuttier and fuller in flavour while the TM7 still kneads it into a smooth, workable dough.
- Festive herbed loaf: knead chopped rosemary and a handful of grated cheese into the white bread dough before shaping. Ideal for a holiday table or to serve warm alongside soup at a family gathering.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weigh the strong bread flour directly in the mixing bowl with the built-in scale, accurate to one gram, for a consistent dough every bake. [Multi-Function]
- Precise heating warms the water, yeast and sugar gently to activate the dough quickly without killing the yeast. [Precision Control]
- Hands-free kneading turns the flour and olive oil into a smooth, elastic dough while you grease the tin. [Hands-Free]
- The TM7 mixes the water, yeast and sugar evenly in moments, giving the white loaf a reliable rise every time. [Time Savings]
- Gentle steaming in the Varoma keeps the proving dough warm and cosy, so the white bread rises faster than on a cool worktop. [Time Savings]
Ingredients
- water
- dried instant yeast
- sugar
- strong white bread flour
- fine sea salt
- olive oil