Classic White Miche Bread (Country Bread)

This classic white miche bread is a copycat recipe of Panera Bread's country white bread. Perfect for everything from french toast to sandwiches!

Course Bread

Cuisine American

Keyword country bread, white bread, white country bread

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 238kcal

Author Natalya Drozhzhin

First, make the starter by combining water with the dry yeast, stirring until it's fully dissolved. Stir flour into the yeast and water mixture, cover the bowl with a towel, and let it sit in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
Add salt, honey, oil, yeast, and water to the starter. Stir until well combined.
Using a stand mixer, fold in the flour in small portions. Knead with a dough hook for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is elastic.
Divide the dough into two equal-sized pieces. Cover them with a towel and let them rise for around 30 minutes.
Flatten the dough into two oval shapes. On a floured surface, shape them into logs and pinch the edges with your fingers to seal them.
Place each dough log into a bread pan, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes. Score the top of each loaf by slicing the top down the middle with a sharp knife.
Bake the bread at 400°F for about 30 minutes or until it turns golden brown.