Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread
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4.8
Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread
Description
The Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread recipe blends sourdough discard with instant yeast to produce a soft sandwich loaf. Milk warmed to 110-115°F activates the yeast, while canola oil adds moisture and tenderness. Baking soda is included for slight leavening adjustment, and bread flour forms the dough's structure. Salt and sugar are used for flavor and yeast nourishment.
The dough is mixed and kneaded with a stand mixer or by hand until slightly tacky. It rises for about 30 minutes until doubled, then shaped into two 8x4 or 9x5 inch loaf pans. After a second rise and an egg-and-oil wash, the loaves bake until golden. The result is a tender crumb ideal for sliced sandwiches.
This is a “lazy” sourdough bread—quicker than traditional artisan loaves that require overnight rises. It balances sourdough flavor and yeast action, making it a practical option for home bakers wanting some sourdough character without long fermentation.
Ingredients
For the bread:
- 1 1/2 cups milk 110-115 degrees Fahrenheit, warmed
- 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast (I love Red Star Platinum)
- 1 cup sourdough starter (discard works great in this recipe)
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 4 1/2 cups bread flour (plus an additional 1/2 cup for handling the dough)
For the bread wash:
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Pour the warmed milk into the bowl of a stand mixer*. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk. 1 1/2 cups warmed milk, 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- Add the sourdough starter, canola oil, salt, sugar, baking soda and flour. 1 cup sourdough starter, 1/4 cup canola oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 4 1/2 cups bread flour
- Using the dough hook attachment, mix the ingredients on medium speed until they are combined. Then set the mixer to medium speed and knead for 4-5 minutes. The dough should be slightly tacky to the touch. If you think the dough is too wet, add additional flour 1 tablespoon at a time, being careful not to add too much flour.
- Transfer the dough to a large bowl sprayed with cooking spray. Cover the bowl with a tea towel and allow the dough to do its first rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until double.
- Divide and shape the dough into two loaves and place them seam side down in greased 8×4 or 9×5 loaf pans. You can also line the pans with parchment paper for easy removal. Cover the loaf pans and allow the dough to rise for another 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- Uncover the bread pans. To get a lovely golden brown color, whisk together an egg and one tablespoon of water. Brush this on top of the loaf before baking. OR you can also brush a tablespoon of oil on top of the loaf of bread once the bread loaves have risen. 2 tablespoons canola oil OR 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon waterBoth will give you a brown top, but the egg wash makes a shiny top.
- Bake the bread loaves for 25-30 minutes. The top should be golden brown and the loaves should sound hollow when you tap it.
- Allow the loaves to cool 10 minutes in the pans, then move them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Hand kneading for 5 minutes can replace stand mixer use.
- This recipe is a quick sourdough bread using yeast, not a traditional overnight artisan loaf.
- Adjust flour amount to achieve slightly tacky, not sticky dough.
- Recipe yields two loaves, each cut into about 10 slices; calories are estimated per slice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 153mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 68mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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