Schlotzsky's Deli Bread

Elevate your sandwich game with homemade Schlotzsky’s Deli Bread—a soft, slightly tangy bread with a perfectly chewy texture that mimics the famous bakery classic. Crafted with simple ingredients like warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast, this recipe combines the magic of a quick rise with the rich flavor of milk and a sprinkle of cornmeal for added crunch and authenticity. Ideal for creating deli-quality sandwiches or enjoying plain, this bread is baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether hosting a casual lunch or prepping for weekday meals, Schlotzsky’s Deli Bread promises to be the star of your table. Easy, delicious, and versatile—perfect for bread lovers and home cooks alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then sprinkle the active dry yeast over the surface. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.

Step 2

Add milk to the yeast mixture and stir gently to combine.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the wet yeast mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Grease a 9-inch round baking pan or springform pan with vegetable oil. Sprinkle the bottom of the pan with cornmeal to prevent sticking and give the bread its signature texture.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough to release the air. Transfer it to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to fit the shape.

Step 7

Cover the dough again and let it rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.

Step 8

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and use as a base for your favorite deli sandwiches, or enjoy as is!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(635.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1388.2

Total Fat 18.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 2.7mg	0%
Sodium 2697.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 36.5g	0%

Vitamin D 13.0IU	0%
Calcium 80.4mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 546.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.1%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 77.3%