Jimmy Johns Bread Recipe: How to Make It at Home

Last Updated on June 21, 2024

Hello, dear readers! Today, I’m excited to share a recipe I’ve been wanting to try for a long time. The bread from Jimmy John’s is famous for its softness, rich flavor, and perfect texture. It’s ideal for sandwiches and subs, and it’s simply amazing with butter or jam. If you, like me, love homemade baking, this Jimmy Johns Bread Recipe will become your new favorite.

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Homemade Jimmy John’s bread

Let’s make this wonderful bread at home together!

Ingredients

To make the best bread for sandwiches, we will need:

• 500 g all-purpose flour (you can use whole wheat or bread flour)
• 300 ml warm water
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
• 2 tsp active dry yeast (or 20 g fresh yeast)

Possible Ingredient Jimmy John’s bread substitutes

• You can use any flour you choose – for example, oat flour, spelt flour, or a blend of different flours.
• You can substitute my bread recipe with olive oil with vegetable oil, coconut oil, or even melted butter.
• You can use fresh yeast if you don’t have dry yeast, but remember to adjust the quantity.

Equipment

To bake the bread, we will need the following equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Kitchen scale (for precise measurement of ingredients)
• Wooden spoon or spatula for mixing
• Mixer with dough hooks (optional)
• Loaf pan or baking sheet
• Clean kitchen towel to cover the dough during rising
• Oven

These simple tools will help us make wonderful Jimmy John’s bread that you can be proud of.

Jimmy Johns Bread Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions

So let’s get started with my easy bread recipe!

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

1. Measure all the ingredients according to the Jimmy John’s bread recipe.
2. Ensure the water is warm but not hot (about 100°F-105°F) to activate the yeast.
3. Prepare the bowl, mixer (if using), and loaf pan or baking sheet.

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Step 2: Mixing the Dough

1. I dissolve the sugar in warm water.
2. Add the yeast and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it forms a frothy layer.
3. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
4. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the water with yeast.
5. Add the olive oil.
6. Mix the dough by hand or using a mixer with dough hooks for 10–15 minutes until the dough becomes elastic and smooth.

Step 3: First Rise

1. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl.
2. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.

Step 4: Shaping the Rolls

1. After the first rise, I knead the dough as gently as possible. This is necessary to remove excess air from the dough, but I do it carefully so as not to clog the dough.
2. I like small rolls, so I divide the dough into more pieces. If you need a larger loaf, you can make smaller pieces of dough.
3. Next I roll out the dough into long ovals.

Step 5: Second Rise

1. Place the shaped rolls on a loaf pan or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Cover with a towel and let them rise for 30-45 minutes for the second rise.

Sometimes I find it easier to cook in a Pyrex Glass Loaf Pan. This way I can see how beautifully my bread is baked.

Step 6: Baking

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 7: Cooling and Storing the Bread

1. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
2. After cooling, the bread can be stored in an airtight container or plastic bag.

Jimmy Johns Bread Recipe: Bread Baking Tips and Tricks

• To achieve perfectly soft bread, ensure you don’t over-dry the dough by adding too much flour. The dough should remain slightly sticky.
• Check the yeast for freshness. Try leaving the dough in a warm place for a longer time.
• You can add seeds (sunflower, flax), dried herbs, or grated cheese to the dough for flavor variety.

Jimmy Johns Bread Serving Suggestions

Jimmy John’s bread is a real delight that can be paired with various ingredients. Here are a few of my favorite ways to serve it:

• Use this bread to make sandwiches with your favorite meats, cheeses, vegetables, and sauces. Try a classic turkey sandwich with avocado and mayonnaise. This is the best bread for sandwiches!
• Toast the bread and serve with avocado, poached egg, and a sprinkle of salt for a healthy breakfast.
• Serve fresh bread with homemade soups or salads for a balanced lunch or dinner.

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Jimmy Johns Bread Recipe: How to Make It at Home

This recipe replicates the deliciously soft and chewy bread from Jimmy John's. It combines basic ingredients like flour, yeast, water, and sugar to create a perfect sandwich base. Follow the steps to mix, knead, and bake the dough for a homemade version of your favorite sub roll. Enjoy fresh, bakery-quality bread right from your kitchen.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Rising time2 hours hrs

Total Time2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Bread, Bread For Sandwiches, Bread Recipe

Servings: 4

Calories: 215kcal

Author: Ania Cooking Recipes

Equipment

• Large Mixing Bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Kitchen scale for precise measurement of ingredients
• Wooden spoon or spatula for mixing
• Mixer with dough hooks
• Loaf pan or baking sheet
• Clean kitchen towel to cover the dough during rising
• Oven

Ingredients

  

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• 500 g all-purpose flour you can use whole wheat or bread flour
• 300 ml warm water
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
• 2 gr active dry yeast or 20 g fresh yeast

Instructions

Preparing the Ingredients

• Measure all the ingredients according to the Jimmy John’s bread recipe.Ensure the water is warm but not hot (about 100°F-105°F) to activate the yeast.Prepare the bowl, mixer (if using), and loaf pan or baking sheet.
  

Mixing the Dough

• I dissolve the sugar in warm water.Add the yeast and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it forms a frothy layer.In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the water with yeast.Add the olive oil.Mix the dough by hand or using a mixer with dough hooks for 10–15 minutes until the dough becomes elastic and smooth.
  

First Rise

• Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl.Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until it doubles in size.

Shaping the Rolls

• After the first rise, I knead the dough as gently as possible. This is necessary to remove excess air from the dough, but I do it carefully so as not to clog the dough.I like small rolls, so I divide the dough into more pieces. If you need a larger loaf, you can make smaller pieces of dough.Next I roll out the dough into long ovals.
  

Second Rise

• Place the shaped rolls on a loaf pan or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Cover with a towel and let them rise for 30-45 minutes for the second rise.

Baking

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
  

Cooling and Storing the Bread

• Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.After cooling, the bread can be stored in an airtight container or plastic bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 1loaf | Calories: 215kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.8g | Sodium: 730mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 2g

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Conclusion

Making homemade bread is not only a fun culinary adventure, but also a way to treat yourself and your loved ones with a delicious, aromatic product. We have walked through all the steps to make Jimmy John’s bread together, and now you know all the secrets to creating this wonderful bread.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with ingredients and methods, adding your favorite flavors and aromas. Homemade bread always has a special taste and warm emotions.

Dear readers, I am very curious to know how this Jimmy John’s bread recipe turned out for you! Please leave your reviews and share your tips in the comments. If you have any questions during the preparation, feel free to ask – I’m happy to help.

Try making this Jimmy John’s bread recipe at home. I’m sure it will become your favorite! Enjoy and see you at our next culinary meeting!

Ania

My name is Ania, and I am very glad to see you here. I have always loved cooking; even some of my earliest memories are flipping through a cookbook and making pudding standing on a stool because I was too small to reach the stove.

You should know that I am not a professionally trained chef, just a big food lover who grew up in a family obsessed with cooking and focused on what we eat.