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A sliced golden-yellow loaf of Turmeric Whole Wheat Bread

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Turmeric Whole Wheat Bread

Makes 1 artisan loaf · 67% hydration

A warmly spiced, golden whole wheat boule enriched with molasses, olive oil and herbs.

Prep35 min
Cook50 min
Yield1 artisan loaf
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Ingredients

  • 400 g bread flour HA
  • 100 g whole wheat flour HA
  • 335 g water
  • 25 g olive oil
  • 20 g molasses
  • 20 g dry milk powder HA
  • 10 g salt
  • 3 g instant yeast
  • 0.25 g ascorbic acid (vitamin C powder)
  • 4 g Italian herb blend
  • 8 g ground turmeric
  • 3 g ground black pepper

Optional Olive Variation

  • 60 g Kalamata or green olives, drained and chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 g additional Italian herbs

Optional Seed Variation

  • 30 g sunflower seeds
  • 25 g pepitas
  • 15 g sesame seeds
  • 30 g soaked oats

Directions

  1. Combine all dough ingredients and mix until no dry flour remains. Cover and rest for 20–30 minutes.
  2. Perform 3–4 sets of stretch and folds, waiting about 30 minutes between each set. If making the olive or seed variation, gently incorporate those additions during the first set.
  3. Let the dough rise at room temperature until approximately doubled, typically 2½–4 hours. For the best results, aim for a dough temperature of 75–78°F.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a loose round. Rest uncovered for 20 minutes.
  5. Shape the dough into a tight boule. Place it seam-side up in a floured banneton, cover and refrigerate for 12–18 hours.
  6. Preheat a Dutch oven at 450°F for 45–60 minutes. Turn the cold dough onto parchment paper and score about ½ inch deep.
  7. Bake covered for 30 minutes at 450°F. Remove the lid, reduce the oven to 425°F and bake for another 15–20 minutes. The crust should be deeply golden and the center should reach 205–210°F.
  8. Cool completely on a rack before slicing so the crumb can finish setting.

Pairs Well With

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