Sandwich Bread (White Bread, Cinnamon Swirl, Everything Bagel)

Step 4: Shape the dough; add optional seasonings

  • Everything bagel bread seasoning

    • poppy seeds
      2 parts
    • black sesame seeds
      1 part
    • sesame seeds
      1 part
    • garlic
      , dried, minced
      1 part
    • onions
      , dried, minced
      1 part
    • flaky salt
      1 part

  • Cinnamon pecan swirl seasoning

    • ground cinnamon
      1 part
    • sugar
      1 part
    • pecans
      , finely chopped
      1 part

    • dough

Punch down the risen dough. Grease an 8 1/2" by 4 1/2" loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.

Flatten the dough into a large rectangle and roll it into an 8” log to fit the loaf pan.

  • See the video for a visual guide.

OPTIONAL STEP: If adding other flavorings such as the cinnamon swirl, or everything bagel bread this is the time to do so.

  • For the cinnamon swirl, spread the cinnamon sugar mixture on the rectangle and roll as is.
  • For the everything bagel seasoning, sprinkle a spoonful and knead into the dough. Place another 2 spoonfuls on a flat surface and roll the top of the dough into the seeds so they stick.

Place the dough log seam side down in the greased loaf pan, cover the pan loosely with lightly greased plastic wrap, and let rise until the dough is domed about 1” above the edge of the loaf pan, about 60 minutes.

20 minutes before the end of the rise, preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C.

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