Walnut Free Classic White Sandwich Bread
There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a golden, butter-brushed loaf out of the oven, and this classic sandwich bread delivers exactly that kind of homemade comfort. Store-bought bread can be a minefield of unexpected add-ins and shared production lines, so baking your own means you know exactly what went into every slice. The ingredient list here is refreshingly straightforward — milk, honey, bread flour, butter, yeast, and salt — with zero hidden surprises. The method is approachable too: a stand mixer does the heavy lifting during the knead, and the dough gets two relaxed rises that build real flavor and that signature soft, pillowy crumb. Brushing the finished loaf with melted butter right out of the oven gives the crust a gorgeous sheen and a richness that makes it hard to wait the full cooling hour before slicing. Whether you're stacking it high for sandwiches or just toasting a thick slice with a little extra butter, this is the kind of bread that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation.
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12 servings
For the dough
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup water
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 cups bread flour, plus more for kneading
- 1 ½ tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
For finishing
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- 1
Warm the milk and water together in a small saucepan over low heat until the mixture reaches 105–110°F (40–43°C) — warm to the touch but not hot. Pour into the bowl of a stand mixer, sprinkle in the yeast and honey, and stir briefly to combine. Let stand for 5–10 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the yeast is visibly active.
- 2
Add the bread flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with the dough hook until a shaggy dough forms and no dry flour remains, about 2 minutes.
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