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jimmy johns bread recipe

Jimmy John's Bread Recipe

This homemade version of Jimmy John's bread brings that same soft center and crisp edge with just a few pantry basics.
I use bread flour instead of all-purpose because it gives the rolls a better chew and more structure.
Brushing the shaped dough with water before baking gives it that thin crust without needing an egg wash.
One thing I like about this recipe is how well it pairs with just about any sandwich filling—it holds up but never overpowers.
I bake mine on a preheated baking sheet so the bottoms come out with a little extra crunch.
Prep Time1 hour 45 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Bread Flour
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 2 tsp Yeast active dry
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
  • 1 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions

  • Pour warm water, sugar, and yeast into a big mixing bowl.
  • Let it sit for five minutes to let the yeast bubble and get going.
  • Add the bread flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil.
  • Mix everything together with a sturdy spoon or your hands until you get a sticky dough.
  • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about ten minutes.
  • Stop when the dough feels smooth, stretchy, and just a bit tacky.
  • Move the dough to a greased bowl.
  • Cover it with a towel and let it rise somewhere warm for about an hour, or until it doubles.
  • Punch the dough down to get rid of extra air.
  • Split it in half and shape each piece into a long, thin loaf.
  • Set the loaves on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  • Let the loaves rise for 15 to 20 minutes while the oven heats up.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the tops are light golden and sound hollow when you tap them.
  • Let them cool a bit, then slice and use for sandwiches.