Bloomer Loaf
A classic Old English bread, easy to make with a crispy crust and soft interior.
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- •500 G Strong white bread flour
- •310 G WaterRoom temperature
- •7 G Active or instant dried yeast2 teaspoons
- •8 G SaltOne level teaspoon
- •45 G Olive oil3 tablespoons
- 1
Mix the salt and dried yeast with the flour in a separate bowl.
1 min
- 2
Add water and olive oil to the mixer bowl and attach the dough hook.
1 min
- 3
Add flour mixture to the mixer bowl gradually while mixing on slow speed.
5 min
- 4
Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
10 min
- 5
Grease a bowl with oil and place the dough ball in it. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
1h 0m
- 6
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) or gas mark 6.
10 min
- 7
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, knock back, and shape into an oval.
5 min
- 8
Place dough on a greased baking tray, cover, and let rise until doubled.
30 min
- 9
Score the dough with a sharp knife and place in the oven.
1 min
- 10
Bake for 30-45 minutes until crust is crispy.
45 min
- 11
Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes before slicing.
30 min
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