Description
Hoagie bread is soft, fluffy, and perfectly sturdy, making it ideal for hearty sandwiches. Its mild sweetness and light texture offer the perfect base for various fillings, from classic deli meats to veggie-packed subs. Learn how to make hoagie bread at home, ensuring your sandwiches always taste fresh and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (500g) bread flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- Optional: Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Mix warm water and sugar, sprinkle yeast over the top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir to combine.
- Knead Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook.
- First Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours, until doubled.
- Shape Rolls: Punch down dough, divide into 6-8 portions, and shape into long rolls.
- Second Rise: Let shaped rolls rise for 30-40 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush rolls with beaten egg and sprinkle with seeds. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Cool: Transfer rolls to a wire rack to cool before serving.
Notes
Homemade hoagie bread is perfect for sandwiches like cheesesteaks, subs, or meatball hoagies. Add sesame or poppy seeds for a touch of crunch!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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