Description
This homemade fluffy sandwich bread is soft, light, and perfect for any sandwich! With a hint of sweetness and a tender crumb, it’s the ideal bread for everyday use. Simple to make with a few basic ingredients, it’s a great addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water (85-90°F) – 440g
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar – 100g
- 1½ tablespoons dry active yeast – 16g
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted – 56g
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt – 20g
- 6 cups unbleached all-purpose flour – 875g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Sprinkle the dry active yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Add the melted butter and kosher salt to the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Once the dough is formed, knead it on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cover the pan with a damp cloth and let the dough rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the edge of the pan.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- You can replace the butter with oil if you prefer a dairy-free option.
- Make sure the water is not too hot, as it can kill the yeast.
- This bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking (Oven)
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sandwich bread, fluffy bread, homemade bread, soft bread, white bread, easy bread recipe