Chef George’s Day of the Dead Food Products Classic White Bread — Single Loaf (Imperial)
Chef George Technique Series • Day of the Dead Template
Ingredients
Bread flour – 4 Cups
Warm water (100–105°F) OR milk – 1 1/2 Cups
Sugar – 2 tablespoons
Oil or melted butter – 2 tablespoons
Kosher salt – 1 tablespoon
Active dry yeast – 1 tablespoon
Instructions
1. Combine warm liquid and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over surface; rest 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add oil or butter and flour; mix shaggy. Add salt and incorporate.
3. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover and rise 60–90 minutes until doubled.
5. Shape into a tight loaf; place seam-side down in greased 9×5 pan.
6. Proof 30–45 minutes until crowned ~1 inch above pan.
7. Bake at 375°F for 30–35 minutes (195–200°F internal).
8. Remove from pan; cool 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
Hydration Note:
This dough is intentionally mixed to feel soft and slightly tacky. If the dough feels too wet, knead in 1–2 tablespoons of flour. If it feels too firm, add 1 tablespoon of warm water at a time. Use dough feel—not cups—as
your final guide.
n Day of the Dead Seasoning Add-Ins (Optional):
This bread dough is an ideal base for savory applications. Add up to 1–2 tablespoons of seasoning directly to the flour before mixing in the liquids. Recommended Day of the Dead Food Products include:
• Tobias Garlic Salt
• Cleveland Steak Seasoning
• Greek Homestyle Blend
• Mediterranean All Blend
• Silk & Sizzle Garlic ButterDust (new release)