Sourdough Sandwich Bread
Ingredients
- 65 gbubbly
active starter
- 300 gwarm water
- 12 ggranulated sugar
- 15 goil
- 400 gbread flour
- 100 gall purpose flour
- 9 gsalt
- melted butter for brushing on top)
(optional
Directions
- 1
Make The Dough. In a large bowl, whisk together the starter, water, sugar, and oil together with a fork. Add the flours and salt. Mix to combine. Finish by hand, until a rough dough forms. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour. (If needed Replenish starter with flour and water at this point). After dough has rested, work the dough into a smooth ball, about 20 seconds. The dough will be supple and smooth when it comes together.
- 2
Bulk Rise. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let rise at room temperature, 70oF, until double in size, about 8 to 10 hours. The dough will look nice and domed when ready.
- 3
Shape. Remove the dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Gently dimple the surface with your fingertips to release any large air bubbles. Roll the dough into a log, tucking the ends underneath. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, lightly coat a 9-inch loaf pan with oil. With floured hands, cup the dough and pull it toward you to tighten its shape. Place into your loaf pan, seam side down.
- 4
Second Rise. Cover the dough and let rest until it has risen about 1 inch above the rim of the pan, about 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours, depending on room temperature. Near the end of the rising time, pre-heat your oven to 375F.
- 5
Bake. Bake the dough on the center rack in your 375F preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes. When finished, remove the loaf from the oven and brush the crust with the melted butter (optional) Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Sourdough Sandwich Bread
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About this Recipe
Tired of store-bought loaves that lack character? This Sourdough Sandwich Bread recipe delivers that coveted homemade goodness with surprising ease, perfect for elevating your daily toast or sandwiches.
Why This Sourdough Sandwich Bread Works
What sets this recipe apart is its ingenious no knead approach, making it incredibly accessible for home bakers. By letting time do the work, you achieve a beautifully developed crumb without the strenuous effort, creating a soft loaf that's truly effortless. The combination of bread flour and all-purpose flour works synergistically to ensure a tender yet structured texture, while the active sourdough starter imparts that signature tangy depth.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly satisfying baking experience that culminates in a wonderfully soft and flavorful loaf. This Sourdough Sandwich Bread boasts a delicate chew and a subtle tang from the starter, balanced by a hint of sweetness from the sugar and richness from the oil. It slices beautifully for your favorite sandwich fillings, or toasts up with a delightful golden crunch, ready to soak up butter or jam. Each slice offers a modest 171 calories, making it a wholesome addition to any meal.
Customization & Variations
While delicious as is, this recipe is adaptable to your pantry. If you prefer, you can swap the oil for an equal amount of melted butter to enhance richness, or use a neutral-flavored oil like avocado or grapeseed. The optional melted butter brushed on top adds a lovely golden crust and extra flavor, but the loaf is fantastic even without it.
Serving & Context
This versatile sourdough loaf is an ideal foundation for countless breakfast and lunch creations. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven with a smear of butter, build epic deli-style sandwiches, or use it for the ultimate grilled cheese. It's the perfect everyday bread that transforms simple meals into something special.