Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread: Fluffy, Reliable Loaf for Every Meal
By Ethan Parker
This soft sourdough sandwich bread delivers a fluffy texture that's perfect for everything from breakfast toast to hearty sandwiches. With a slightly tangy flavor and a remarkable ability to hold up to various spreads and fillings, it's versatile enough for both classic and creative meals. Whether making a comforting chicken patty melt or indulging in sourdough French toast, this easy recipe is great for any home cook, providing consistent, delicious results.
Ingredients
- •9 cups all-purpose or bread flour (divided, plus more if needed)
- •2 cups active sourdough starter
- •2 cups warm water or milk (warm in winter, cold in summer)
- •1 cup milk (any kind is fine)
- •1 cup fat (butter, coconut oil, or beef tallow)
- •1 cup sweetener (honey, sugar, or similar)
- •1 tablespoon salt (brings flavor to the bread)
Instructions
- 1
Feed the starter by adding 2 cups of flour and 1 ⅓ cups of warm water to no more than ½ cup of starter.
- 2
Allow the fed starter to become active at room temperature.
- 3
In a stand mixer, combine 2 cups of warm liquid, 2 cups of active sourdough starter, and 3 cups of flour.
- 4
Mix on low speed for a minute, then cover and let ferment overnight.
- 5
The next morning, add your fat, sweetener, salt, and milk.
- 6
Mix until partially combined, then add 9-11 cups of flour until the dough pulls away from the bowl.
- 7
Mix on medium speed for 8 to 10 minutes to develop gluten.
- 8
Transfer the dough to a large oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 2-3 hours until nearly doubled in size.
- 9
Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into loaves.
- 10
Allow the shaped loaves to rise again until they surpass the edges of the pans.
- 11
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- 12
Slash the tops of the loaves and bake for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 190 degrees.
- 13
Cool on a rack and brush with butter to maintain softness.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
38
