Easy Cob Loaf
A simple homemade bread recipe that doesn't require a stand mixer or loaf pan.
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- •1 cup Warm waterTemperature around 40°C (104°F)
- •1 teaspoon Sugar
- •20 grams YeastInstant, active dried, or fresh
- •500 grams Flour
- •1 teaspoon Salt
- •1/2 teaspoon Vegetable oilCan use olive oil as an alternative
- 1
Test the yeast by adding sugar to warm water and then add yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it foams.
10 min
- 2
Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Add the yeast mixture and mix.
5 min
- 3
Add oil and bring the mixture together into a dough.
5 min
- 4
Knead the dough by hand for 10 minutes until smooth.
10 min
- 5
Place dough in a warm bowl with a little oil, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
30 min
- 6
Turn dough onto workbench, knock back, and shape into a ball for second rise. Let rise for 45 minutes.
45 min
- 7
Preheat oven to 200°C (394°F).
10 min
- 8
Place dough on a baking tray, sprinkle with flour, and cover with a light cloth. Let rise for final 45 minutes.
45 min
- 9
Slash the top of the dough and bake for 30 minutes.
30 min
- 10
Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before slicing.
20 min
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