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Spelt & Wholemeal No-knead Loaf

A dense and delicious Wholemeal & Spelt No-Knead Loaf which can be made quickly and easily without kneading.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 10
Course: Breakfast , Snacks , Lunch
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 250 g strong wholemeal flour
  • 250 g white spelt flour
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp Muscovado sugar
  • 1 Sachet fast action yeast
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 300 ml warm water
  • 1 - 2 tbsp Mixed Poppy/Sesame Seeds

Instructions

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  1. Put flours, salt, sugar and yeast in a large bowl and mix well.
  2. Stir in the oil and water with a wooden spoon or you hand to form a dough.
  3. Add a little more water if necessary.
  4. Roll into an oblong shape either still in the bowl or on a floured worktop and place into a warmed and greased 2lb/900g loaf, tin, sprinkle on the seeds and place in a re-usable plastic bag*.
  5. Put in a warm place to rise for about 40 minutes or until reaches within 1.25 cm of top of the top of the tin.
  6. Pre-heat oven to 200°C
  7. Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes.
  8. Wait a few minutes before turning onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • * A bag from a cereal box makes a great proofing bag (use a food clip on the open end to seal).