Soft Homemade Sandwich Bread

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Soft Homemade Sandwich Bread

🧾 Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp milk or melted butter (for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Activate yeast

  • Mix warm milk + sugar + yeast
  • Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy

2. Make dough

  • Add egg, butter, salt, and flour
  • Mix until dough forms
  • Knead 8–10 minutes (or 5 minutes with mixer) until soft and elastic

3. First rise

  • Place dough in greased bowl
  • Cover and rise 1 hour until doubled

4. Shape

  • Punch down dough
  • Shape into a loaf
  • Place in greased 9×5 loaf pan
  • Score top with a sharp knife (like the photo)

5. Second rise

  • Cover and rise 30–40 minutes

6. Bake

  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes
  • Top should be deep golden

7. Finish

  • Brush hot loaf with butter or milk for shine
  • Cool before slicing

✨ Tips for Extra Soft Bread

  • Replace half the milk with heavy cream for richer bread
  • Add 1 tbsp honey instead of sugar
  • Cover loosely with foil if browning too fast

🥪 Perfect For:

  • Toast & butter
  • Sandwiches
  • French toast
  • Grilled cheese
  • Breakfast bread with cocoa ☕❤️

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