Best sourdough sandwich bread

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen, and when that bread is soft enough for a sandwich yet full of rich, tangy flavor, it’s an absolute game-changer. The right bread can elevate any sandwich, whether you’re making a classic PB&J, a hearty turkey club, or a veggie-packed delight. In this post, I’m sharing my favorite sourdough sandwich bread recipe—one that’s perfect for your daily lunch, versatile for all fillings, and ideal for toast in the morning. With a golden crust and a tender interior, this homemade loaf will quickly become a family favorite!

Ingredients

1 cup warm water (warmed to 100-110 degrees) (240g)

1 packet active dry yeast (7g)

1/2 cup sourdough discard (140g)

2 tablespoons honey (42g)

2 tablespoons soft butter (28g)

3 cups bread flour (or all purpose) (360g)

1 teaspoon kosher salt (3g)

1. Place warm water, yeast, and honey in the bowl of a stand mixer, mix well and allow to bloom for 5 minutes. 
2. Add sourdough discard and mix well before adding flour, butter, and salt.
3. Mix on low with dough hook for about 1 minute and then increase speed to medium low and continue mixing for 7-10 minutes until a smooth dough forms. If the dough looks very sticky during this, add more flour 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides and bottom of the bowl.
4. Cover dough and allow to rise until doubled in size.
5. Generously butter a 9×5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
6. After dough doubles in size, transfer dough to a floured surface and press into an oval/rectangle about the same width as the loaf pan. Roll dough up tightly and place in prepared baking pan. I like to press down on it gently but firmly to distribute it into the pan. Cover and let rise for about an hour or until the dough has risen an inch above the top of the baking pan. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F while the dough rises.
7. Egg wash and bake for about 35 minutes, the internal temperature of the bread should read at 200 degrees.

With a golden, crusty exterior and a soft, flavorful crumb, this sourdough sandwich bread is the perfect base for your favorite sandwiches or simply enjoyed with a little butter. Patience and love have turned humble ingredients into something extraordinary—happy baking, and enjoy every delicious slice!

Love,

Moriah & Hope