Description
Indulge in the warm, fluffy goodness of Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread, a versatile staple perfect for any meal. This simple recipe yields loaves with a tender crust and airy crumb, making them ideal for sandwiches, toast, or even served alongside soups and salads. With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, you can create a delicious homemade bread that elevates your culinary experience. The long fermentation process enhances flavor while ensuring an easy baking method that anyone can master.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups active sourdough starter
- 2 cups milk or buttermilk (warm)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (for pre-ferment)
- 1/4 cup fat (butter or oil)
- 1/2 cup sweetener (honey or sugar)
- 4 teaspoons salt
- Up to 11 cups all-purpose flour (for dough)
Instructions
- Feed the sourdough starter and let it rise until bubbly.
- Combine pre-ferment ingredients in a stand mixer and let ferment overnight.
- Add remaining dough ingredients and mix until a slightly sticky dough forms.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm area until doubled in size (2-3 hours).
- Shape into loaves and let rise again until just above pan edges.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg