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A soft, fluffy, and incredibly easy no-knead sandwich bread made with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with butter!

The Best No-Knead Sandwich Bread

A soft, fluffy, and incredibly easy no-knead sandwich bread made with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying with butter!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ cups 440g all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups 360ml warm water
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons 1 packet instant yeast

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Kitchen towel or plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Activate Yeast – Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix Dough – Stir in flour and salt. Dough will be sticky (no kneading needed).
  3. First Rise – Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Shape & Second Rise – Transfer to a greased loaf pan. Let rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Bake – Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool & Serve – Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

✔ Store at room temp for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
✔ Brush with butter for a softer crust, or mist oven with water for crispier crust.