Description
Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread is a delightful and practical way to make use of your leftover sourdough starter. This easy recipe yields a soft, tender loaf that’s perfect for sandwiches or toast at any time. With its light texture and simple preparation, this bread is ideal for both beginners and experienced bakers alike. Whether you’re packing lunches for the family or hosting a picnic, this versatile loaf will elevate your meals with its homemade charm.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup lukewarm water
- ½ cup lukewarm milk
- 2 ½ tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 ¼ cups bread flour
- ½ cup sourdough discard
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp room-temperature butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix lukewarm water, milk, sugar, and yeast (let sit for active dry yeast until foamy).
- Add flour, sourdough discard, and salt; mix until shaggy dough forms.
- Knead in softened butter until fully incorporated, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a towel until doubled in size (about 1 to 1½ hours).
- Shape the dough, place it seam-side down in a lined loaf pan, and let it rise again until it doubles.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake for about 35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg