Description
Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread is the perfect blend of flavor and texture, making it an essential addition to your kitchen. With its chewy crust and tender interior, this loaf elevates every meal, whether used for sandwiches, toast, or as a delightful side. The aroma of freshly baked bread fills your home, inviting everyone to gather around the table. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients and is suitable for bakers of all levels. You’ll love the depth of flavor from the active sourdough starter, which brings a unique twist to traditional bread. Enjoy this versatile loaf at family dinners, picnics, or as a comforting snack with butter.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup bread flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 ½ cups active sourdough starter
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sourdough starter with warm water and sugar until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 4-6 hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and shape it into a loaf; place seam side down in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover again and let it rise for another 1-2 hours until puffed.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) during last rise; bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg