Easy Sourdough Sandwich Bread

There’s something deeply satisfying about baking your own sandwich bread.

So, I made this Sourdough Sandwich Bread—no kneading, minimal fuss, and dependable enough for school lunches, toast mornings, or those mid-afternoon snacks. See Recipe

– all-purpose flour – water – active sourdough starter – olive oil

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients using a Danish whisk or spoon.

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Finish mixing with your hands until everything is incorporated. No kneading needed—just mix until combined.

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After the rest, do your first round of stretch and folds. Wet your hand, lift one side of the dough, and fold it over. Repeat on all sides. If the dough still feels loose, do one extra fold.

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Repeat this process 2 to 3 times total, with 30-minute rests between each round. After the last fold, cover the bowl and let the dough rise until it increases by about 50%.

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Turn the dough out of the bowl with the smooth side down.

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