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Fresh Milled Flour Crusty Spelt Bread

Experience the warmth and nostalgia of baking with this delightful Fresh Milled Flour Crusty Spelt Bread, featuring the rich flavors of freshly milled spelt flour and a rustic, golden-brown crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups fresh milled spelt flour Start with 390g and reserve some extra for shaping.
  • 2 tsp sea salt Enhances the natural taste of the bread.
  • 1 tsp instant yeast Or active yeast (bloom it first with warm water and a pinch of sugar).
  • 1 cup warm water Ensure temperature is between 90-110°F.
  • 1 TBSP honey Optional for added sweetness.

Method
 

Milling the Flour
  1. Mill the spelt flour if using whole grains to release essential oils.
Mixing the Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour with sea salt and instant yeast, keeping the yeast and salt separated.
Incorporating Water
  1. Gradually add warm water to the dry mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Allowing the Dough to Rise
  1. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about three hours.
Shaping the Dough
  1. Transfer the dough to a floured surface, fold edges into the center, flip over, and shape into a tight ball.
Preparing for Baking
  1. Place the shaped loaf on parchment paper, dust with flour, and let it rise for 20-30 minutes.
Preheating the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven and lid inside.
Baking the Bread
  1. Transfer the loaf into the hot Dutch oven and bake covered for 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-20 minutes.
Cooling the Bread
  1. Remove the loaf from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, adjust water based on flour type and consider adding seeds or herbs. Refrigerating overnight enhances flavor.