Fluffy Homemade Issy Sandwich Bread: A Step-by-Step Guide

Issy Sandwich Bread

Step 1: Combine Ingredients [00:00]

Add ¾ cup warm milk, 4 tbsp sugar, and 2¼ tsp yeast into a bowl.

Step 2: Mix and Form Dough [00:15]

Then add 3½ cups plain flour, 1 egg, and ½ tsp salt. Mix everything together until a dough forms.

Step 3: Knead Dough [00:30]

Knead for 7 minutes (without adding butter).

Step 4: Add Butter and Knead Again [00:45]

Add 4 tbsp butter and knead again for 10–12 minutes until the dough is soft, smooth, and stretchy. Add 1–3 tbsp extra milk if the dough feels too strong.

Step 5: Let Dough Rise [01:00]

Cover the dough and let it rise for 60 minutes or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6: Shape the Dough [01:15]

Gently deflate the dough, roll it into a rectangle, fold it into two, roll it out again to stretch, then roll tightly into a log. Pinch the ends to seal and place in a greased loaf pan.

Step 7: Proof the Dough [01:30]

Proof for 40 minutes. Preheat the oven for the last 10 minutes of proofing to 170°C (or 160°C if your oven runs hot).

Step 8: Bake [01:45]

Bake for 22–28 minutes at 170°C (or 25–30 minutes at 160°C). Brush with butter after baking for softness.