We have been making no knead sourdough loaves in many variations for a long time. We wanted to add a straightforward version, giving you weekend options for a freshly baked loaf on Saturday or Sunday morning. With this recipe we provide… [Read More...]
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Marbled mini brioche with raw cacao & pearl sugar
We use the no knead method for this dough, so no mixer needed! This recipe is a fun variation on our no knead brioche, making 6 individual baskets that look very dainty. For this recipe we used organic raw cacao, which gives halve of the dough a light brown color. You can also choose… [Read More...]
Recipe for 80% hydration baguette
I was very intrigued when I saw the baguette recipe posted at the fresh loaf. Several tries and tweakings further, with lots of sharing and baguette debating with Akiko, I can say from the heart that this recipe lives up to it’s expectations… [Read More...]
Baguette boules: The BB recipe
For people who, for various reasons, cannot or will not make baguettes, this bread is a great alternative! And you do not need a mixer. The end result is great, the crumb is moist, lovely and sweet like the baguette, but the shape allows you to have a nice sandwich… [Read More...]
Video: The Stretch & Fold Method
A little clip demonstrating stretching and folding bread dough. The stretch and fold method helps to gently develop the gluten in your dough. It works very well with these higher hydration doughs. We like the technique very much because although you get to use your hands and feel the dough, it is… [Read More...]
No Knead: Muesli Whole Grain Spelt Loaves with Cherries & Pistachios
I like to wake up slowly and make my breakfast in a relaxed way, not in a hurry. But sometimes you look at the clock and you know you have to fly and you know you’re off to a bad start. Grabbing something along the way usually results in horrible food choices at gas stations! That’s one of the reasons I came up with… [Read More...]
No Knead Soft Sourdough Rolls
No kneading, only a bit of stirring and lots of time, and of course the best ingredients you can find, anyone with a bowl can make these rolls. You end up with heaps of taste and a terrific texture. Soft and very resilient with notes of nutty sweetness and subtle sour. In short, I love everything about these rolls… [Read More...]
Baguettes: My home baker’s log
Keeping track of my baguette baking trials and errors with the goal of eventually becoming a true proficient. I was intrigued by this 80% hydration dough recipe, it seemed like a good starting point… [Read More...]
