Description

This soft sandwich bread recipe creates two golden loaves of fluffy, homemade bread that will elevate any meal. Perfect for making sandwiches or enjoying with a spread of butter, this bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

6½ cups bread flour

2 cups lukewarm water (may substitute with 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of water)

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)

2 tablespoons honey

3 teaspoons instant yeast

3 teaspoons sea salt

1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for brushing on the bread)

1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the loaf tins)

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Instructions

In a stand mixer bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and sea salt.
While the mixer is running, slowly add in the lukewarm water, butter, and honey. Mix on low speed for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and combined. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
Remove the dough from the bowl and shape it into a ball. Lightly oil the bowl and dough to prevent sticking. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for 2 hours in a warm spot, or until it has doubled in size.
Grease two 1lb loaf tins with butter and set aside.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a clean surface (do not add flour). Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a rectangle the size of your loaf tins, then roll them up tightly and pinch the seams to seal.
Place each dough log seam side down in the prepared loaf tins. Let the dough rise, covered with plastic wrap, for 40 minutes to 1 hour, or until the dough has risen above the edges of the tins.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C). Remove the plastic wrap and bake the bread for 40-42 minutes, or until the loaves are deeply golden brown.
Brush the tops of the loaves with butter while they are still hot, which will help keep the crust soft and add a finishing touch.
Let the bread cool in the tins for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Slice once completely cooled for best results.

Notes

Add-ins: Feel free to add herbs, cheese, or seeds to the dough for extra flavor.

Sweet Version: Add a bit of sugar or cinnamon for a slightly sweeter bread perfect for breakfast.

Whole Wheat Option: Replace part of the bread flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier version.

Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus rising time)
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 140
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg