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Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread Recipe

Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread Recipe
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This Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread recipe yields a deliciously tender loaf perfect for sandwiches or toast. Made with simple ingredients like yeast, honey, butter, egg, milk, and flour, this bread has a light, airy texture and a subtly sweet flavor. Ideal for home bakers seeking a classic, homemade bread with a soft crumb and golden crust.

Ingredients

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Yeast Mixture

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp honey (or sugar)
  • 1/4 cup water (warmed to about 110°F)

Main Dough

  • 2 cups milk (warm, about 110°F)
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour (divided, 5 cups initially, plus up to 1 cup more for kneading)

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine the warm water, yeast, and honey or sugar in a small bowl. Stir gently and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy. This indicates the yeast is active and ready to use. If it doesn’t foam, your yeast may be expired or water temperature incorrect; start over with fresh yeast.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, add the foamy yeast mixture, warm milk, softened butter, egg, salt, and 5 cups of flour. Stir to combine the ingredients. Gradually add extra flour as needed until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and forms a shaggy but manageable dough.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead vigorously for 7-10 minutes until smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. This develops the gluten to give the bread structure.
  4. First Rise: Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a rectangle shape, then roll tightly into a loaf shape. Place each loaf, seam side down, into greased 9×5 inch loaf pans. Cover and let rise again for about 1 hour until puffy and nearly doubled.
  6. Bake the Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaves for 35-40 minutes until golden brown on top and cooked through. An internal temperature of about 190°F indicates doneness. Optionally, brush tops with a little melted butter immediately after baking for a soft, flavorful crust.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from pans and let cool completely on wire racks before slicing to prevent gummy texture. Enjoy fresh or store wrapped in plastic for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Use warm water and milk to activate the yeast properly; water that’s too hot can kill the yeast.
  • The dough can be sticky – add flour gradually to avoid making the bread dense.
  • If you prefer a softer crust, brush the top with butter after baking.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container or plastic bag to keep it fresh longer.
  • Optional: For enhanced flavor, substitute half the all-purpose flour with bread flour.

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