There’s something incredibly rewarding about baking your own bread, especially when it’s a simple, versatile loaf that works for everything from morning toast to lunchtime sandwiches. This easy sandwich bread recipe is a staple on the homestead, perfect for beginners or anyone looking to enjoy fresh, homemade bread. Made with just a few ingredients, it’s soft, slightly chewy, and has a gentle sweetness that pairs beautifully with any filling.

In this post, I’ll walk you through the steps to make this sandwich bread, and if you’re a visual learner, you can follow along with my YouTube video to see exactly how each step is done. Let’s get baking!

Golden brown homemade bread loaf cooling on a wire rack, ready to serve and enjoy.

Simple Sandwich Bread

Soft, fluffy, and perfectly simple. This homemade sandwich bread is a staple for every kitchen. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll create a loaf that's soft, versatile, and perfect for everything from PB&J to hearty grilled cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 2 40

Course Breads

Cuisine American

Servings

Equipment

Kitchenaid Mixer optional but makes it so easy
2 loaf pans

Ingredients

2 c warm water
1 tbsp dry active yeast
¼ c honey
3 tbsp butter
2 tsp salt
5 c all purpose flour

Instructions

Activate the yeast; Mix 2 c warm water, 1 tbsp dry active yeast, and ¼ c of honey together in the mixing bowl. Let sit until active and bubbly, about 5 mintues.
In the mixer, add 3 tbsp melted butter, 2 tsp salt, and 5 c of flour. Mix until dough is pulling off the sides of the bowl.
Let it rise in the bowl for 1 hour.
Punch down and form into 2 loaves. Cut dough ball into two equal parts. Roll out to a rough rectangle shape as wide as your loaf pan. Roll up and place into the buttered loaf pans
Let rise for another hour.
Bake at 350℉ for 30 min.

Notes

Tips for the perfect sandwich bread:

Check your yeast: Fresh, active yeast is key to a good rise. If your yeast doesn’t form after 10 minutes, try a new packet.
Kneading: The dough should be smooth and elastic. I need with my kitchenaid and dough hook for about 6-8 minutes. Until the dough is nicely pulled off the sides of the bowl.
Storage: Store leftover bread in the fridge for maximum freshness. You can also freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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This simple sandwich bread is a homestead essential—a recipe that brings warmth and flavor to every meal. Whether you’re making sandwiches for the family or toasting a slice with butter and jam, this loaf is soft, easy to make, and truly rewarding. I hope you enjoy baking this as much as I do, and don’t forget to check out my YouTube video for step-by-step guidance! If you need more homesteading skills to check out, read this post.