Chef alina Soft White Sandwich Loaf

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Into the bowl of the stand mixer whisk your 1:1 flour blend Add all remaining dry ingredients and mix well to combine

Step 2

Add liquids Mix with the paddle attachment. Begin on low to combine then increase to medium high speed for 5 minutes until dough is cohesive and fluffy.

Step 3

Deposit dough into your prepared loaf pan Lightly wet your hands and use them to smooth out the top. Using a wet plastic bench scraper or spatula round the sides up towards the middle of the loaf and smooth the top again

Step 4

Lightly spray the top with oil and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Proof until increased by 50% or just above the top of the pan Score the top with 3 or 4 diagonal slashes that are ¼ inch deep

Step 5

Bake at 400 for 50-60 minutes. The bread is done when the internal temperature is 210 F. Remove from the pan to a cooling rack and place on one side to cool for 20 min then rotate to the other side for 20 min before setting upright.

Step 6

Cool for at least 4 hours (preferably at least 6). The extended cooling time allows the starches and moisture to properly set and distribute and helps prevent gummy, inconsistent results.