White Sandwich Bread

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It only takes seven ingredients to make this soft, buttery sandwich bread. Hearty enough to use to make sandwiches, and so delicious you’ll never buy store-bought varieties again once try this white bread recipe.

front view of a loaf of White Sandwich Bread with three slices cut out of it


Both my husband and I grew up with parents who made bread from scratch. So the thought of buying bread from the store never even crossed my mind until I had a pile of kids and my time was stretched a little thin (putting it lightly).

However, nothing beats homemade bread, so even with all that we have going on in our lives, I still find the time to make bread from scratch.

This is the sandwich bread recipe I created and bake often. This homemade white bread holds up well to being used in just about any sandwich situation, and we use it most often to make BLTs for dinner.

It’s easy to make with 7 ingredients and you can even double or triple the recipe to make a few loaves and freeze some for later.

overhead view of a loaf of White Sandwich Bread with three slices cut out of it

White Sandwich Gread: Ingredients & Substitutions

photo of the labeled ingredients in this Sandwich Bread Recipe
  • Granulated sugar. Honey can be used in place of granulated sugar.
  • Active dry yeast. You can use instant yeast instead of active dry – rise times will just be shorter and you technically do not need to proof it before putting it in the recipe.
  • Salted butter. Unsalted butter can be used in place of salted, you will just need to increase the salt by 1/4 teaspoon.
  • Whole milk. 2% milk is an acceptable substitution, but nothing with a lower fat content.
  • Fine sea salt. If using iodized salt reduce the amount by half.
  • All-purpose flour. Bread flour can be used in place of all-purpose flour with great results. If you want to make whole wheat bread try this honey whole wheat bread recipe.
front view of a loaf of Sandwich Bread with 3 slices cut out of it laying in front of the loaf

How to Make Sandwich Bread

This recipe is pretty straight forward. We’ll walk through the steps together and don’t forget to watch the video.

Begin by proofing the yeast – in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the dough hook (or in a large bowl), combine water, sugar and yeast. Proof for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - proofing yeast

Next, add the melted butter and milk to the yeast mixture and gently stir to combine.

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - adding milk and butter

Then, add 3 cups of flour and sea salt and mix with the dough hook, or mix by hand in a large bowl.

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - adding flour and mixing

Next, add additional flour, ¼ cup at a time, and knead until the dough forms a ball, is smooth, and slightly tacky to the touch.

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - adding more flour & forming a ball

Once the dough forms a slightly sticky ball, form it into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covered with a damp towel, to rise until doubled (about 60 minutes).

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - dough in a glass bowl before and after rising.

Punch down the dough and form it into a rectangle that fits into the bottom of a prepared, 9×5″ loaf pan.

Cover the pan/dough with a damp towel (don’t let the towel touch the bread) and let the loaf rise again until doubled in size (30-60 minutes).

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - dough in a loaf pan before and after rising

During the end of the rise, preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then bake the risen white bread in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.

Let the sandwich bread cool in loaf pan for 10 minutes before removing and transferring the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.

two photos showing How to Make Sandwich Bread - bread in the baking pan and then sitting on a cooling rack

Serve

Let the bread cool completely then serve! Here are some suggestions :

Store/Freeze

Store any leftover sliced bread in an airtight container (or plastic bag) at room temperature for 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. You can also store full loaves, I just recommend slicing them then wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap and putting them in an airtight container.

front view of a loaf of sandwich bread with slices cut out of it laying on a cutting board

White Sandwich Bread Recipe FAQs

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, this recipe doubles very well. Just make sure to use a large enough bowl to contain all the ingredients.

Does this white bread hold up well for sandwiches?

Yes, I make this most often to use to make BLTs for dinner! It’s a hearty and delicious sandwich bread.

front view of a loaf of sandwich bread with 3 slices cut out of it laying on a cutting board

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White Sandwich Bread Recipe

Laura
It only takes seven ingredients to make this soft, buttery sandwich bread. Hearty enough to use to make sandwiches, and so delicious you'll never buy store-bought varieties again once try this white bread recipe.
5 from 4 votes
Course bread, Breakfast, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 187
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Rising2 hours
Total Time2 hours 50 minutes

Ingredients 
 

Instructions 

  • In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the dough hook (or in a large bowl), combine water, sugar and yeast. Proof for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
  • Add melted butter and milk and gently stir to combine.
  • Then, add 3 cups of flour and sea salt and mix with the dough hook, or mix by hand in a large bowl.
  • Add additional flour, ¼ cup at a time, and knead until dough forms a ball, is smooth, and slightly tacky to the touch.
  • Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covered with a damp towel, to rise until doubled (about 60 minutes).
  • After the dough has doubled, lightly grease a 9×5” loaf pan. Set aside.
  • Punch down the dough and form it into a rectangle that fits into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan.
  • Cover with a damp towel (don’t let the towel touch the bread) and let the loaf rise again until doubled in size (30-60 minutes).
  • During the end of the rise, preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then bake the risen bread in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Let cool in loaf pan for 10 minutes before removing and transferring the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.

Video

Notes

Ingredient Substitutions
  • Granulated sugar. Honey can be used in place of granulated sugar.
  • Active dry yeast. You can use instant yeast instead of active dry – rise times will just be shorter and you technically do not need to proof it before putting it in the recipe.
  • Salted butter. Unsalted butter can be used in place of salted, you will just need to increase the salt by 1/4 teaspoon.
  • Whole milk. 2% milk is an acceptable substitution, but nothing with a lower fat content.
  • Fine sea salt. If using iodized salt reduce the amount by half.
  • All-purpose flour. Bread flour can be used in place of all-purpose flour with great results. If you want to make whole wheat bread try this honey whole wheat bread recipe.
Store/Freeze
Store any leftover sliced bread in an airtight container (or plastic bag) at room temperature for 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. You can also store full loaves, I just recommend slicing them then wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap and putting them in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. 5 stars
    Tried it , however the bread rose the second time around abd got a bit squished due to the towel covering it ! Taste wise it was fabulous ! Thank you Laura