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Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread

Slices of soft sourdough sandwich bread on a cooling rack with a bread knife on a wooden surface.
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This Soft Sourdough Sandwich Bread is a naturally fermented, enriched bread that’s fluffy, tender, and perfect for everyday use. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or snacking, it’s easy to slice and holds up beautifully in lunchboxes or the freezer.

Ingredients

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  • 400g bread flour
  • 250g whole milk
  • 100g active sourdough starter
  • 40g unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8g salt
  • 15g honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Feed your sourdough starter 4–6 hours before baking until bubbly and active.
  2. Mix flour and milk, then rest for 30–45 minutes (autolyse).
  3. Add starter, butter, salt, and honey. Mix until combined.
  4. Let the dough bulk ferment for 4–5 hours at room temperature, performing stretch-and-folds every 30–45 minutes during the first 2 hours.
  5. Shape the dough into a tight loaf and place in a greased loaf pan.
  6. Let rise at room temp for 1.5–2 hours, or cover and cold proof overnight in the fridge.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–45 minutes until internal temp reaches 190–195°F (88–90°C).
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use a Pullman pan for a square loaf shape.
  • Cold-proofing overnight improves flavor and structure.
  • Let the loaf cool fully before slicing to maintain softness.
  • Wrap tightly or freeze in slices to preserve freshness.

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