Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread

Ingredients

• Warm water (1 cup)
• Granulated sugar (2 tablespoons)
• Active dry yeast (2 teaspoons)
• Gluten-free all-purpose flour (3 cups)
• Xanthan gum (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Eggs (2, large)
• Vegetable oil (1/4 cup)
• Apple cider vinegar (1 tablespoon)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved, then sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, and salt. Whisk together to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
4. Add both the yeast mixture and the egg mixture to the flour mixture. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until the dough is well combined and smooth.
5. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard loaf pan with oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
7. Once the dough has risen, pour it into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula, ensuring an even surface.
8. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. If the top browns too quickly, you can tent it with aluminum foil.
9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then gently transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.