Easy Shokupan Recipe - Japanese Milk Bread + Tangzhong | Cupcake Jemma

This week we're showing you how to make Shokupan, otherwise known as Japanese Milk bread. The fluffiest, cloud like, white bread there is. Great for sandwiches, toasting and and making Honey Butter Toast (COMING TOMORROW!!!). It gets it's infamous fluffy interior using a Tangzhong. We show you how to make this bread two ways, a classic rounded cloud like top, with a glaze, and a super square loaf.
TANGZHONG
60g Water
60g Milk
25g Strong White Bread Flour
DOUGH
Tangzhong at Room Temperature
120g Milk, Lukewarm (28-30°C)
7g Active Yeast
50g Sugar
15g Milk Powder (toasted if you like)
1 Egg
350g Strong White Bread Flour1 tsp Sea Salt
60g Soft Unsalted Butter
1 Egg + 2 tbsp Water for Egg Wash (optional)
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[@shahinabegum8556]

Pls keep posting more bread/artisan recipes I love it

[@CupcakeJemma]

Alrighty then! 😊

[@yuvalyosef]

Great recipe! For those who have a 13x4x4 Pullman Loaf pan I've scaled it up and it fits perfectly, just don't do the 3 dough rolls and roll it as one piece to the length of the pan. This is the recipe scaled up to a total of 550 grams of flour: TANGZHONG: 88g Water 88g Milk 37g Strong White Bread Flour DOUGH: Tangzhong 176g Milk 10g Active Yeast 73g Sugar 22g Milk Powder 1 Egg 514g Strong White Bread Flour 1.5 tsp Sea Salt 88g Soft Unsalted Butter

[@rlcoop1]

Thank you . I have been searching for this.

[@markdodson1607]

I use Shokupan dough to make cinnamon rolls out of. That or challah that uses orange zest and orange juice (for some of the water). But it makes FANTASTIC rolls or sticky buns.

[@CupcakeJemma]

Yum!

[@markdodson1607]

@@CupcakeJemma 😍

[@theAhrBee]

I do the same, and also use it as my go to for yeasted doughnuts

[@lumi1044]

Are you familiar with Mrs. Bairds cinnamon rolls?? I'm trying to make a dupe and this bread looks the same texture as I remember

[@Bluebeard7plays]

This is a brilliant idea I’m gonna try it for cinnamon rolls

[@iriskeniafernandez5647]

I’ve got horrible diarrhea, and for whatever reason I feel like watching this to make me feel better.

[@jeanettehorton108]

I made this for my family this past weekend and they LOVED it. This is now my go to bread recipe!! Thanks Jemma!

[@bevlF49]

I just made this bread omg what a lovely bread thank you Jemma and your team

[@shivifieldnotes]

Love you Jemma❤I made this yesterday and oh god❤Super Delicious!

[@gillycaswell236]

WOW this looks like the most fluffiest bread ever! Delicious! yum!

[@CupcakeJemma]

It really is 😍

[@hoshimylove5472]

Yay, more bread recipes please!

[@BelindaNeal66]

That looks so cool and fun to try. Never seen it before.

[@MrJamesreeves63]

Thanks again for the video Jemma and team C&D much love as always ❤

[@CupcakeJemma]

You’re welcome x

[@andrewtang6318]

Never expected a recipe using Tangzhong on your channel. Very impressed. Long time fan. :D

[@CupcakeJemma]

Glad you like it!

[@kasiasbakes8273]

And of course you've done it again Jemma - Absolute Perfection!👏☺💖

[@CupcakeJemma]

Thank you!! 😊

[@cloudsbake227]

This is very very detail and thorough! Thank you for all of the informations Jemma!🤍

[@anitathaskaran6860]

Love your bread,looks delicious

[@annealicia2585]

For anyone without stand mixer, here's how I made this: mix everything except butter. Then cover with damp towel and let it rest for 15 minutes. After that knead in butter (I used something like clawing the dough until it seems all butter has been mixed in), then I folded the dough about 80 times (or until it becomes a little sticky). Cover again with damp towel and leave for 30 minutes. Fold 4 ways, then cover and rest for 20 minutes. Fold again, then cover and rest again for 30 minutes. After that, I just shape the dough in similar ways as Jemma. This is a dough folding method I learned from another channel (kkuume). I hope this helps.

[@yulimontalvo]

What it means fold 4 ways? I’m not sure how to do that

[@annealicia2585]

@@yulimontalvo I meant, fold the dough from the front, back, left, and right

[@emilyorter3661]

I made this today, and its soooo good, thanks a million❤ as someone who loves Japanese culture I apprectiate it.

[@zacharywong483]

That looks delicious!

[@scoleho]

I'm obsessed with baking this bread at the mo. I'll give this recipe a try next time. Thanks so much

[@CupcakeJemma]

You're very welcome! Let us know how you get on!

[@lindaang7814]

The only Sandwich bread i bake. Been baking shokupan for years. Love the taste so much 😊

[@Rolledupreddit]

Please do a kitchen tour!! I would love to see the kitchen aid mixers collection! and this recipe looks good!

[@mariacamilaserranomelo6307]

Perfect timing, I've been wanting to make this but didn't have a trusted recipe, so thanks!!!

[@CupcakeJemma]

Now you’ve got one xx

[@EMC726]

Looks great!

[@glenkelley8539]

Thanks your good at this!!!

[@SincerelyYoursWill]

Thanks for sharing the video of this! I make my own version of enriched bread that borrows a LOT from Shokupan & Challa bread recipes, so this was a fun video to check out. Using plastic wrap as a second skin for the tangzhong was a nice touch there! I love the versatility of enriched doughs like this. You can make cinnamon rolls or lemon/strawberry rolls w the same bread recipe. French toast is always awesome. And I've shaped mine into kaiser rolls and added bagel spices to them whenever I'm up for making a sandwich for the week. And just checked out your Brown Sugar Honey Toast recipe that looks incredible too! So creative!

[@CupcakeJemma]

The rolls with the bagel spices sound like heaven!

[@ronaldfousek1079]

Nicely done. Thank You.

[@CupcakeJemma]

Thanks for watching!

[@hasnabam263]

miam! looks so soft and delicious , amazing !

[@CupcakeJemma]

Thank you 😋

[@hasnabam263]

@@CupcakeJemma you're welcome

[@kates7277]

Japanese fruit sandos are elite!

[@CupcakeJemma]

They're the BEST!

[@honeyb5094]

Delicious 🎉. Thank you 😊

[@CupcakeJemma]

My pleasure 😊

[@davyc411]

I’ve made my Japanese milk bread today! So soft, fluffy, best bread I ever made first time! So easy! ❤

[@CupcakeJemma]

Wonderful!

[@davyc411]

I’m gonna make it more later! Absolutely heaven!

[@CaribbeanLife101]

Looks so soft and delicious. Yummy yummy. Thanks Jemma.

[@nadiamuller622]

Lovely ❤

[@crystaldance5731]

Effortless as usual Jemma 😊❤️👍🏻

[@CupcakeJemma]

Thank you! 😃

[@osamajawad4125]

Tried the bread and it tasted so good! Best milk bread I’ve had hands down. Was thinking of baking the next one in the lidded loaf pan. What dimensions should I be looking out for for this recipe? The shops here don’t mention grams, just inches/cms.

[@SaraCasal]

I've been wanting to try baking a shokupan for a while! Already have my lidded tin and all! I guess this is a sign! 😅

[@CupcakeJemma]

It’s meant to be!

[@glenkelley8539]

What a video !

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

Wow is the first time I see you making bread thank you so much do you have the recipe for Panini well you please sent the recipe for me many thanks bless to your family always

[@greenh0nu]

おいしそう！

[@ronaldfousek1079]

Made it. Came out greet.

[@chrischan3437]

Love that you're venturing into Asian baked goods. Have you thought about doing a bake tour in London's Chinatown? Loads of bakery stores there, selling largely Cantonese style baked goods.

[@CupcakeJemma]

This is a fab idea! There are lots of wonderful bakeries in Chinatown that we absolutely adore!

[@karinale-talbot4415]

Looks great. Please could you make a chocolate orange entremet?

[@wcopter5514]

Anyone else remember the days when CJ videos were full of the *DING* sound effects? 😄 you’ve come so far!

[@CupcakeJemma]

Haha you've been here for a while then I see 😏

[@wcopter5514]

@@CupcakeJemma Day one baybayyy

[@hannahkroon5233]

Funny, I made cinnamon rolls using this technique yesterday! Such lovely cinnamon rolls.

[@CupcakeJemma]

It makes such a difference! I’ll deffo use it in other doughs

[@AshleysMommy]

I made this (overnight proofing in the fridge and baked this morning). It’s cloud soft and incredibly yummy. Now can you please tell me how to resist eating it all in a day? This is dangerous haha. My kid already asked me if I could make it again and we only had a slice each. Thank you so much! This is going in my recipe binder in my absolute favorite sweet bread to make.

[@CupcakeJemma]

Haha unfortunately there is no option BUT to eat it all in one go. That's the rules!

[@rosymunshi463]

Thank you.

[@CupcakeJemma]

You're welcome!

[@evelynrosewindsor]

Hi Jemma. If I doubled the recipe of the shokupan and put it in a 900g to 1kg sized Pullman loaf pan, would I have to increase the cooking time also? If yes, how much more time do I let it bake?

[@biswajitsaha5737]

As this is a rich dough, if I omit the egg will the texture be still light and fluffy? Please suggest

[@sophieg8522]

What does milk powder do that regular (liquid) milk cannot? If we do not have the powder...can we somehow use regular milk? Thanks!

[@susansmyth8028]

😀 Looks sooo good! 😋x

[@CupcakeJemma]

Thank you 😋

[@paulineatieno3346]

I can't access strong flour in my country. Can you use AP flour instead?

[@kaitlynfuller6094]

Can ceramic loaf pan be used instead of a metal tin?

[@dondonf82]

Cant wait to try this and the honey butter toast!! ❤

[@CupcakeJemma]

It’s the best!

[@bambichopz]

🎉🎉

[@janerobison]

Can I ask why it's shaped into 3 rolls? I've just made this and put the whole dough into the tin. It came out perfect.

[@CupcakeJemma]

It's traditionally done using 3 rolls, so it tears apart, but you can absolutely do it in one go!

[@ilzevancoller310]

Why does the pullman pan have those 3 holes in the base?

[@myrnalyngregorio2702]

Can I used this recipe for dinner rolls?

[@itsniyiabdul]

Can I do this with a handmixer?

[@jawadtariq875]

Need a good recipe for bread pudding plzzz!!

[@amyp2811]

Does this bread freeze well? Wondering if I could make a couple and freeze one?

[@CupcakeJemma]

We've not frozen it here, but I imagine you could freeze it!

[@martabuczkowska3236]

While baking this, I encountered a small issue and I was wondering if maybe you knew what caused it? After taking it out of the tin, all the sides ended up caving inwards / sinking almost as if the sides had been sucked in. Is there a way to prevent this from happening?

[@pineshimmer]

❤

[@nathansykes14]

Can you share a Wholemeal version please 🙏🏼

[@BarbaraJohn92]

Pls, what's the size of a mold? Thank you.

[@1stspawn332]

If i dont have milk pouder, what i can do?

[@sophieg8522]

is the milk powder SKIM or whole or does it not matter?

[@jackieosullivan8461]

Is it absolutely necessary to use milk powder? I can't get it where I live.

[@CupcakeJemma]

Nope! You can leave it out if you'd prefer (or can't get a hold of it)

[@tonusresaha8013]

🥰🥰🥰

[@supernanny1913]

Can only find “Skimmed Milk Powder” is that okay to use?

[@CupcakeJemma]

yes x

[@peterkilner3939]

Please can you do an iced bun recipe

[@AmyPhilips]

Is this sweet? Like can you have it with soup?

[@CupcakeJemma]

It’s not sweet but there is a sweetness to it. I would totally have it with soup!

[@AmyPhilips]

@@CupcakeJemma also where is the loaf tin from? Can I buy from any local shops here? Ty

[@charcharreid]

Where can I find a lactose free milk power?

[@CupcakeJemma]

Your best bet would be to order it online - Amazon have a few variations on there

[@heyitsmebee]

Try cooling your bread on its side! Mine don't sink in that way 😊

[@CupcakeJemma]

Great tip thanks!

[@dianneevano8858]

can this be made into a burger bun?

[@CupcakeJemma]

Absolutely, yes! 🍔

[@bunnycupcakes8397]

❤❤❤❤ lov u jemma sister i start my business

[@CupcakeJemma]

Good luck!

[@mrmenw]

For some reason my dough is always super sticky... I think maybe I'm not doing the tangzhong right

[@scruffybrain]

If i double the recipe, do I have to knead and proof the dough for double the time? 😅

[@CupcakeJemma]

You may need to knead it for a little longer but the proofing time should be the same, maybe a touch longer 😘

[@veraboakye6375]

We call this bread butter bread in Ghana

[@yazzjustheretocomment]

WHERE IS THAT BEAUTIFUL LOAF TIN from?!?!

[@kalliste01]

I bought one recently and it was just on Amazon.

[@CupcakeJemma]

You can grab them online quite cheaply - just google Pullman Loaf Tin and lots of options will pop up!

[@yazzjustheretocomment]

@@CupcakeJemma I LOVE YOU. Just want to say that your recipes never miss the spot, my friends and family love it when I bake, they’re always your recipes, I can always hit and miss with everyone else but never ever these. Thank you for being a beautifully delicious constant!

[@jerihurd]

Hmm. Instead of making the bread this with just milk powder, I think I'll try it ½ and ½ with toasted malted milk powder, then make your brown sugar honey things.

[@asimamishra2087]

Eggless bread recipe please ma'am

[@hennayatsu6969]

If you make a Japanese bread then use Yudane

[@cooper1095]

at least it was 7:30pm UK time and not my time...

[@cooper1095]

also Jemma, does rolling it up matter or can it be it be a ball of dough?

[@tasneemrahim]

I mix the tzangzong with the milk, egg and yeast to help it cool down much quicker. And the milk doesn’t need to be warmed because the heat from the paste is enough

[@CupcakeJemma]

Fab tip!

[@tasneemrahim]

@@CupcakeJemma I skipped my usual recipe for yours, but just need to roast the milk powder. Having some for supper tonight 🤗

[@indiemagnetic2996]

Sarah and Duck QUACK

[@CupcakeJemma]

You know 😉

[@user-yl3fp7cc7j]

Good, why can't WE sée Sally????

[@CupcakeJemma]

You can! She was on the channel a couple of weeks ago. 😊

[@varankaur5741]

Where’s sally???

[@CupcakeJemma]

She's still on the channel - you can catch her Mindul Baking series here 😘

[@yulia001]

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[@Max-ob8gq]

🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@rachkate76]

Your milk powder looks a bit like malted milk powder.

[@CupcakeJemma]

It's toasted - you can use regular if you'd prefer!

[@aminaabdulaziz8156]

Can we use all purpose flour if you don't have bread flour