Sourdough Buttermilk Sandwich Bread Recipe
Made with a combination of sourdough starter and rich buttermilk, this bread offers a unique flavor profile that will take your sandwiches to the next level. Once baked, this sandwich bread boasts a delightful tanginess that pairs perfectly with both savory and sweet fillings.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 loaf pan
Ingredients
- ½ cup sourdough starter
- ¼ cup butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
For the Dough
- Combine all ingredients well and knead until a shaggy dough forms.
Bulk Fermentation
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a damp cloth to begin the bulk fermentation process.
- Perform a series of stretch and folds to the dough during the first 2 hours within 30 minute increments by stretching the dough and folding it over 4 times each time.
- Allow to bulk ferment up to 8 to 15 hours.
Proofing the Dough
- Place the dough into the greased loaf pan or baking pan you will be using.
- Allow it to proof for up to 4 hours until doubled in size.
Baking the Bread
- Bake at 450 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely before slicing and enjoying.