Our Favourite Vegan Milk Bread Recipes

What is milk bread?

Japanese milk bread is also known by its traditional name of Hokkaido or shokupan, is a light and fluffy bread made from enriched dough. It’s a tender loaf of bread made from the enriched dough (think the same category as brioche or babka) that originates from Japan. You start with a roux starter, also known as tangzhong which is then mixed into the dough.

The best plant-based milk bread recipes

Vegan milk bread buns 

This recipe from Che Jorge is for ‘plant-based milk bread buns that are tender with a tight but soft crumb and hints of buttery sweetness. Perfect for burgers and sandwiches, as well as a stand-alone snack.’

Vegan milk bread loaf

This first loaf recipe is from Floured Frame and makes a soft loaf.

Vegan Hokkaido milk bread recipe 

For a third option, this recipe from Domestic Gothess provides a light and fluffy bake.