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Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread Recipe with Honey and Butter Made Easy

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A comforting and easy homemade sandwich bread recipe featuring honey and butter for a soft, fluffy texture and a slightly sweet flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, and everyday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 ¼ tsp (7 g) active dry yeast
  • 3 tbsp (60 ml) honey
  • 3 tbsp (43 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ tsp (9 g) salt
  • ½ cup (120 ml) warm milk (optional)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a medium bowl, combine the warm water (110°F / 43°C), honey, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, warm milk, and egg to the flour. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough whisk until the dough starts to come together. It will be sticky.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for 6-7 minutes.
  5. First rise: Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside, turning it once to coat in oil. Cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the loaf: Gently punch down the dough to release gas. Turn it onto a floured surface and shape into a rectangle roughly 9×12 inches. Roll it tightly from the short end, pinch the seams closed, and tuck the ends under. Place the loaf seam-side down into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Second rise: Cover the pan loosely and let the dough rise again for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, until it’s puffed just above the pan’s rim.
  8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped. If it browns too quickly, tent with foil after 20 minutes.
  9. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use warm, not hot, liquids to activate yeast properly. Let dough rise fully for a light crumb. Brushing melted butter on the warm loaf after baking keeps the crust soft and shiny. Tent with foil if crust browns too quickly. For vegan variation, replace egg with flax egg and use dairy-free milk. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum if needed.

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