In a pot over medium-low heat or a microwave-safe bowl, warm the water, milk, and butter until the butter is just melted. Be careful not to exceed 110°F. Pour the mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer.
Sandwich Bread
This simple and straightforward Soft Sandwich Bread recipe delivers a perfect loaf every time. Let me walk you through the steps to making homemade sandwich bread that’s soft, fluffy, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
- ¾ cup water
- ½ cup whole milk
- 5 tablespoons butter cut into small pieces
- 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast active dry
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3-4 cups bread flour
I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
- Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit until foamy. About 5 minutes. Once activated, add the egg, honey, salt and half of the flour, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually add more flour, ¼ cup at a time until the dough becomes tacky but not sticky. It usually takes 3 ¼ to 3 ½ cups for me but can take the full 4 cups.
- Knead the dough thoroughly until it becomes smooth and elastic, passing the windowpane test. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Once the dough has proofed, transfer the dough to a lightly oiled work surface and gently press it into an 8x13 rectangle. Roll it up tightly and place it into a lightly greased 9x5 loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise until puffy and about 1 inch above the top of the pan, which should take around 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Move the rack to the lowest position and preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Once the dough is ready, place in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
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