Description
This One Rise Sandwich Bread recipe is a simple, quick, and delicious homemade bread made using instant yeast. Ready in just one hour with minimal ingredients and effort, it yields soft, golden loaves perfect for sandwiches or toast.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups very warm water (tap water)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 packet rapid rise yeast (or 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4¾ to 5¼ cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Proof the yeast: Place warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Stir gently and let the mixture stand for 5 minutes until it starts to form a creamy foam, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix the dough: Add vegetable oil, half of the flour (about 2 1/4 cups), and salt to the yeast mixture. Begin mixing using a dough hook attachment or by hand.
- Knead the dough: Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes with the dough hook or on a floured surface if mixing by hand, until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Cover the bowl with a clean dish towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes, or until it nearly doubles in size.
- Shape and prepare for baking: Divide the dough into two equal parts. Place each half into a greased loaf pan sprayed generously with non-stick spray.
- Bake the bread: Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. To check doneness, tap the top of the loaf; it should sound hollow.
- Cool the loaves: Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes. Then turn them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Slice and store: Once cooled, slice the bread into 1/2 inch slices. Use immediately for sandwiches or toast. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Store the bread in an airtight container or zipper bag at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- This bread freezes very well for up to 3 months; make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before freezing.
- For best texture, slice only when the bread is completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one rise bread, sandwich bread, quick bread recipe, instant yeast bread, homemade bread
