Homemade Sandwich Bread

How to Make Homemade Sandwich Bread

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1. Mix the flour, yeast, salt and sugar in a large bowl, add the warm milk and softened butter, and stir to a shaggy dough.

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2. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Put the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and leave to rise for 1 hour, until doubled.

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3. Grease a 23 x 13 cm loaf tin. Press the dough out on a floured surface to a rectangle about 23 x 30 cm, roll it up tightly, pinch the seam and ends, and set it seam side down in the tin.

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4. Cover and leave to rise for 45 minutes, until the dough is about 2.5 cm above the rim.

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5. Heat the oven to 190°C / 375°F and bake the loaf for 30 to 35 minutes, until deep golden and hollow-sounding when tapped underneath.

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6. Brush the top with the melted butter, turn the loaf out, and cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

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Tips for Making Homemade Sandwich Bread

• Knead until the dough is smooth and stretches thin without tearing. That gluten development is what holds the tall, even shape.
• Roll the dough up tightly before it goes in the tin. A tight roll gives a fine, even crumb, and a loose one leaves holes.
• Let the loaf cool completely before slicing. The crumb is still steaming and setting, and a warm slice compresses into a gummy layer.

What to Serve with Homemade Sandwich Bread

• Butter and jam
• Cheddar and pickle
• Scrambled eggs

Storing & Reheating Homemade Sandwich Bread

Keeps in a bread bin or bag at room temperature for up to 4 days. Slice and freeze for up to 3 months, and toast straight from the freezer.

Homemade Sandwich Bread FAQ: Common Questions

Homemade Sandwich Bread Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.