3-Ingredient Ube Milk Bread – The Easiest, Softest Fluffy Recipe

There’s something magical about baking with ube—that gorgeous purple yam that’s taken the world by storm. I still remember the first time I made Ube Milk Bread in my tiny apartment kitchen, filling the air with its sweet, earthy aroma. When I pulled that loaf out of the oven—soft, fluffy, and vibrantly purple—I knew I’d found my new favorite comfort bake. It’s the kind of bread that makes you stop and admire it before slicing, with a texture so pillowy it practically melts in your mouth.

Why You’ll Love This Ube Milk Bread

I know, I know—I’m obsessed with this bread. But trust me, once you try it, you’ll be just as hooked. Here’s why this recipe is an absolute winner:

• Soft and Fluffy Texture: This bread is like a cloud—light, airy, and so tender it practically dissolves on your tongue. The dough rises beautifully, giving you that perfect bakery-style crumb you crave.

• Naturally Sweet Ube Flavor: The ube halaya adds just the right amount of sweetness—subtle, earthy, and totally addictive. If you want an extra flavor boost, a splash of ube extract takes it over the top (but it’s amazing either way!).

• Eye-Catching Purple Color: Let’s be real—this bread is a showstopper. That vibrant purple hue makes it perfect for brunches, parties, or just Instagram-worthy breakfasts. People will ooh and aah before they even take a bite.

Share Your Ube Milk Bread Experience

I’d love to see your gorgeous loaves! Did you add a swirl of extra ube halaya? Maybe toast it with butter? Tag me on Instagram or leave a comment below—I’m always looking for new ways to enjoy this bread. Happy baking, friends!

3-Ingredient Ube Milk Bread – The Easiest, Softest Fluffy Recipe

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Ube Milk Bread is a soft, fluffy bread with a vibrant purple color and a subtle sweet flavor from the ube (purple yam). Perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

• Author: Emma Rose
• Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours
• Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices)
• Category: Bread
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Filipino
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 3 cups bread flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp instant yeast
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp ube extract (optional for deeper color)

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Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Add warm milk, ube halaya, egg, and ube extract. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then add softened butter. Knead until smooth and elastic.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions. Shape as desired.
6. Place in a greased loaf pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden.
8. Cool before slicing.

Notes

• Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Use fresh ube halaya for the best flavor.
• Adjust ube extract for a deeper purple color.