A versatile staple that’s perfect for any meal, from breakfast toast to dinner sandwiches. Homemade sandwich bread is not only healthier than store-bought options, but it’s also infinitely more delicious. With this simple, easy-to-follow recipe, you can bake soft, bakery-quality bread right in your own kitchen. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients for Homemade Sandwich Bread:
- 4 cups (approx. 480g) all-purpose flour;
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp or 7g) active dry yeast;
- 3 tbsp (35g) sugar;
- 1 tsp (5g) salt;
- 1 tbsp + 2 tsp (25ml) vegetable oil;
- 1 large egg;
- 1 cup warm water;
Egg wash:
- 1 egg yolk;
- 2 tbsp water;
- 1 tbsp + 1 tsp (20g) melted butter.
How to Make Homemade Sandwich Bread:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, yeast, sugar, and salt;
- In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: oil, egg, and warm water;
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined and a shaggy dough forms;
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic;
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size;
- Divide the dough into two equal parts and shape them into loaves;
- Place the loaves into greased loaf pans and let them rest for an additional 30 minutes;
- Meanwhile, whisk together the egg yolk, water, and melted butter. Brush this mixture over the top of the loaves;
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake the loaves for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown;
- And that’s it! Brew some fresh coffee, spread some butter on a warm slice, and enjoy.
Bon appétit!
Pro Tips:
For an even softer texture, add one tablespoon of dry milk powder to your dry ingredients. It helps retain moisture, keeping the bread fluffy for longer.
A Little Bit of History:
Did you know that sliced sandwich bread was popularized in the United States in 1928 by a company called “Wonder Bread”? The goal was to create a loaf that lasted longer and was easy to slice—giving birth to the sandwich bread we love today.
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