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Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread

January 3, 2024 · In: Breads, Recipes, Sides

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Soft and fluffy sandwich bread is the key to replacing your store bought bread with this homemade version.

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Easy Sandwich Bread Recipe

Did you know that making homemade sandwich bread is actually super simple to do? Plus it tastes so much better than store bought bread that has been sitting on the shelf for weeks. With a few simple ingredients you can have homemade bread in a snap!

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What’s in Sandwich Bread?

  • Flour – All Purpose is preffered for a fluffier loaf, but Bread Flour is totally fine also. You will just have a chewier loaf.
  • Yeast – I like to use Instant Dry Yeast
  • Milk – This is the KEY to a nice fluffy loaf. I see lots of recipes use water for the main liquid, but the milk really makes this loaf stand out. I use regular whole milk, but you can swap for almond or oat milk as well.
  • Butter – Adds buttery flavor to the dough. If you need a dairy free option I have swapped the butter for avocado oil.
  • Egg – I have left out the egg before because I ran out, but the egg gives the bread extra structure and fluffiness.
  • Honey – this is used to help activate the yeast. You can also swap for regular sugar if you are baking this for your kids under 1.
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How to make fluffy sandwich bread

  • Combine 1/4 cup warmed water with yeast and honey/sugar. Set aside until foamy. If your yeast does not foam up, do not proceed to the next step. This means your yeast is not active.
  • Once the yeast mixture is foamy combine all yeast mixture, milk, butter, egg, salt, and 5 cups of flour. Mix to combine, adding in additional flour until the mixture pulls away from the bowl.
  • Knead mixture for 7-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth. Shape into a ball, place back into bowl, cover, and let rise for an hour, until doubled.
  • Place dough onto counter and divide into 2 sections. Flatten into a rectangular shape and roll into a log. Place into a loaf pan and let rise another hour.
  • Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes. Top with a little more butter if desired.

What if I don’t need two loaves?

Well, you have two options! First option is to just half everything here! To make things easier just use a whole egg in your halved recipe (you will be totally fine!). The other option is to make both loaves, let them cool, and then wrap one loaf in plastic wrap and freeze for later. I will often make a double batch and freeze the three extra loaves!

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Soft and Fluffy Sandwich Bread

Soft and fluffy sandwich bread is the key to replacing your store bought bread with this homemade version.
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Prep Time 2 hours hrs
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Servings 2 loaves
Calories 1869 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 1/4 tsp yeast
  • 2 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1/4 cup water warmed
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1 egg
  • 6 cups flour
  • 2 cups milk

Instructions
 

  • Combine 1/4 cup warmed water with yeast and honey/sugar. Set aside until foamy. If your yeast does not foam up, do not proceed to the next step. This means your yeast is not active.
  • Once the yeast mixture is foamy combine all yeast mixture, milk, butter, egg, salt, and 5 cups of flour. Mix to combine, adding in additional flour until the mixture pulls away from the bowl.
  • Knead mixture for 7-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth. Shape into a ball, place back into bowl, cover, and let rise for an hour, until doubled.
  • Place dough onto counter and divide into 2 sections. Flatten into a rectangular shape and roll into a log. Place into a loaf pan and let rise another hour.
  • Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes. Top with a little more butter if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 1869kcalCarbohydrates: 316gProtein: 51gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 2105mgPotassium: 851mgFiber: 11gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 1389IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 381mgIron: 18mg
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Hi! I'm Kayla. I'm here to help inspire busy moms to get back in the kitchen and feel beautiful along the way! I'm married to my high school sweetheart and live on a farm with our two busy boys.

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  1. Lana says

    March 25, 2024 at 1:54 am

    Absolutely love this bread recipe!!! It has so much delicious flavour and a soft fluffy inner, no other bread I’ve baked had tasted even close to this, and the best party is the kids love it! I put it in my bread maker once I’ve combined the ingredients, so its no real work at all?
    I’d love to know your recommendations for changeing the flour to a gf one please Kayla? I already use gf flour for baking with bikkies and cakes, ive just never done it with bread and unsure of the conversions. I’m just trying to move one of my daughters into a wheat free diet wherever possible☺️☺️

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    • Kayla says

      March 25, 2024 at 6:25 am

      I’m SO happy to hear your family loved this! I unfortunately do not do any gf baking so converting it over would not be my expertise.

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  2. staci says

    April 23, 2024 at 10:01 am

    Is the butter melted, room temp or cold?

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    • Kayla says

      April 23, 2024 at 2:13 pm

      Melted or room temp. I’ve done both with the same result.

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  3. Leah says

    June 28, 2024 at 1:56 pm

    Loved this recipe very much!

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    • Kayla says

      June 28, 2024 at 4:04 pm

      Yay! So so glad you enjoyed it!

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  4. angel says

    July 9, 2024 at 11:30 am

    The best sandwich bread ever.Make it 3x a week and it always finishes .i have tried many recipes but this one is the best.Highly recommend you try this recipe you shall not be disappointed

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    • Kayla says

      July 9, 2024 at 6:06 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad that you enjoy it as much as we do!

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  5. Rachel Isenberg says

    July 28, 2024 at 1:15 pm

    Do I need to keep the bread covered while it rises?

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    • Kayla says

      July 28, 2024 at 2:41 pm

      Yes!

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  6. Carlee Zuech says

    September 10, 2024 at 3:46 pm

    Hi! Just wondering if I double the recipe will it fit in a 5×13 pan?

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    • Kayla says

      September 12, 2024 at 1:15 pm

      A single batch makes 2 regular loaves, so a single batch would work for the large pan.

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      • Teresa Myers says

        December 1, 2024 at 12:57 pm

        HI Kayla, I’m Teresa in Florida (age 54) I’m new to the baking bread world. 🙂
        What are the measurements for 1 loaf? It’s just my husband and I and 2 loafs are too much.
        THanks

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        • Kayla says

          December 2, 2024 at 9:19 am

          Hi Teresa! If you go to print the recipe you can change the serving size to 1 loaf. This will convert everything for you automatically. I hope this helps!

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  7. Sally W. says

    September 12, 2024 at 10:02 am

    What specific Instant Dry Yeast do you use ? Thx

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    • Kayla says

      September 12, 2024 at 1:17 pm

      I like Red Star brand.

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  8. Jennifer says

    September 24, 2024 at 4:10 am

    Do you know if you make the whole recipe, can you freeze half of the dough to bake later in the week?

    Thank you!

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    • Kayla says

      September 24, 2024 at 2:53 pm

      I have never tried to freeze the dough, I’m sure it would work. I typically will freeze the extra loaf once it’s been baked.

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      • Teresa Myers says

        December 1, 2024 at 1:02 pm

        HI Kayla it’s Teresa again. I’m confused with it making 2 loafs…..Can you post the measurements for 1 loaf? I think that would be easier for me and if I wanted more I could just double everything…I know I could probably due the reverse and figure it out but a recipe for 2 loafs just isn’t realistic for 2 people. THanks

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        • Kayla says

          December 2, 2024 at 9:20 am

          Hi Teresa! If you go to print the recipe you can change the serving size to 1 loaf. This will convert everything for you automatically. In addition, the bread freezes very well. You can bake both loaves, but wrap one in plastic wrap and place into a freezer bag after it has cooled and eat later. I hope this helps!

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  9. Shannon says

    October 31, 2024 at 1:29 pm

    I made this and it turned out great! The only thing different I had to do was use buttermilk instead of regular milk because it’s what I had on hand but I think it added to the flavor and texture so it worked out! Great recipe

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    • Kayla says

      November 4, 2024 at 8:34 am

      So glad that it turned out great!

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  10. DMH says

    November 3, 2024 at 7:00 am

    3 stars
    As an experienced bread maker, this recipe lacks the basic instructions on how to make bread. For instance, you absolutely need to grease the pan before putting the dough in the bread pan. I made this recipe using the ingredients as listed and I was disappointed.

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    • Kayla says

      November 4, 2024 at 8:34 am

      So sorry that you were not happy with this recipe. I have used at least 5 different bread pans and have never greased any of them. My bread has never stuck to any of them.

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  11. Tori says

    November 13, 2024 at 4:25 am

    Made this bread last night and IT. IS. AWESOME! I have NEVER had good luck with bread but was determined to stop buying it from the store and ran across your recipe. Thank you so much for the recipe! B.c of my inexperience, I’m wondering if this would make good rolls? Do I just make small dough balls let them rise on the 2nd time? Tia!

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    • Kayla says

      November 13, 2024 at 5:40 am

      Yes! I use this same recipe for my dinner rolls. The entire recipe makes 24 rolls. Divide into 2-3 oz sections and let rise the second time. Baking is usually about 25-30 min.

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  12. Kait says

    December 11, 2024 at 6:37 am

    This bread turned out incredible. It’s so soft, fluffy and, most of all, DELICIOUS. It was definitely a trust the process moment for me because the recipe itself left me with a few questions BUT it is by far the best bread recipe I have made. Thank you!

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  13. Tiffany says

    December 29, 2024 at 8:43 am

    When it says knead for 7 minutes is it rally 7 minutes or until the dough is properly kneaded?

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    • Kayla says

      January 1, 2025 at 10:31 am

      Just until the dough is nice and smooth. Some people like to know approximately how long this takes so I try to include it in the instructions.

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  14. Brindy says

    January 1, 2025 at 10:28 am

    Very interested in this recipe! Do you have any idea how a lower fat milk would perform, like a 1% or no fat?

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    • Kayla says

      January 1, 2025 at 10:31 am

      Yes it works! I’ve used non dairy milk and water as well. I prefer a whole milk, but the others work great also.

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  15. Lesley Cravey says

    January 7, 2025 at 8:20 pm

    Would this recipe be good for actual sandwiches, can it withstand spreading peanut butter on or will it fall apart?

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    • Kayla says

      January 8, 2025 at 1:42 pm

      We use it for sandwiches all the time!

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  16. Alyse says

    January 12, 2025 at 6:37 am

    Amazing recipe!! Beginner friendly, Very easy to follow and delicious. I made it with oat milk and came out very fluffy. My family loved it, and because the good things have to be shared, sharing this recipe left and right. Maybe I will try adding some seeds or something. Thank you so much!!

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  17. Christina says

    January 15, 2025 at 10:52 am

    The recipe turned out great! Thanks!!

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  18. Britt says

    January 16, 2025 at 12:45 pm

    This is a wonderful delicious bread recipe! I 100 percent recommmend. I made it with sugar the first time but today I did it with honey. I look forward to trying your other recipes.

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  19. Elise says

    January 20, 2025 at 10:03 am

    Hi! I’ve not baked bread before but would love to try this, can i ask what size loaf pans you use?

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    • Kayla says

      January 21, 2025 at 12:46 pm

      I have used both a 9×5 and 8.5×4.5

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  20. Natasha Udink says

    January 26, 2025 at 5:15 pm

    I’ve been trying several recipes to find one that is like sandwich bread so I could stop buying it. I had found a couple that were okay and my kids would eat them, but they were kind of dry and dense. This one finally his that fluffy sandwich texture I’ve been trying for. It’s probably my new go to recipe

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    • Kayla says

      January 29, 2025 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

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  21. Nicolette says

    February 2, 2025 at 5:59 am

    How do you store the bread to keep it fresh and how long does it last?

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    • Kayla says

      February 3, 2025 at 9:44 am

      I store in an airtight container unsliced.

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  22. Kasandra says

    February 10, 2025 at 10:20 pm

    I only have active dry yeast will that also work?

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    • Kayla says

      February 12, 2025 at 12:54 pm

      Yes!

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  23. Kristal says

    February 17, 2025 at 7:14 am

    This looks great! Can you please clarify if you use 5 or 6 cups of flour? The ingredients list says 6 cups but the instructions say 5 cups. Thank you!

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    • Kayla says

      February 17, 2025 at 7:15 am

      Start at 5 cups and add in additional flour as needed. If the dough is still sticky while kneading add more flour. All climates are going to need something a little different.

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  24. Aleesha says

    February 23, 2025 at 6:53 am

    Is the all purpose flour bleached or unbleached?

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    • Kayla says

      February 24, 2025 at 1:43 pm

      I use all purpose, but bread flour works as well.

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  25. Faith H says

    March 28, 2025 at 1:16 pm

    Oh my goodness, I got so excited to see we have the same butter dish!! 😂Yum, this bread looks delicious, I’ll make a batch today!

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  26. Leanne Alexander says

    April 5, 2025 at 5:31 pm

    When I made mine, it had little chunks, maybe butter? How do I prevent this from happening?!!

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    • Kayla says

      April 7, 2025 at 10:14 am

      Yes! Likely just little chunks of butter. Next time you can chop the butter up smaller and make sure that you knead it all in. Or you can melt the butter and add it in that way!

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