Description
This soft and fluffy sandwich bread is perfect for making sandwiches or enjoying on its own with butter and jam. Its light, airy texture and golden crust make it a favorite for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water (85-90° F) – 440g
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar – 100g
- 1½ tablespoons dry active yeast – 16g
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted – 56g
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt – 20g
- 6 cups unbleached all-purpose flour – 875g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir to dissolve.
- Add dry active yeast to the sugar-water mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in the melted butter and kosher salt.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, stirring until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover the dough and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the pan and let the bread cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Make sure the water temperature is between 85-90°F to activate the yeast without killing it.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour with bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American