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Spelt & Wholemeal No-Knead Loaf

Updated 21 June 2024 Published 15 April 2013 38 Comments

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Spelt & Wholemeal No-Knead Loaf Pinterest image.

Topped with poppy and sesame seeds this Wholemeal & Spelt No-Knead Loaf is dense and delicious. Best of all this bread is so quick and easy to make!

Spelt & Wholemeal No-knead Loaf

National Bread Week runs between 16 – 22 April so in its honour I have conjured up this Spelt & Wholemeal No-Knead Loaf.

My inspiration came from a bag of White Spelt Flour from Sharpham Park, Strong Wholemeal Flour and a no-knead loaf which I read about in my copy of “The Cranks Recipe Book” (1993).

I was also sent a Hard Anodised Aluminium Loaf Tin from Mermaid which helped my loaf to bake beautifully due to its even heat distribution.

The tins are oven-safe up to 240°C, fine for use with metal utensils, and will never peel or blister.

Spelt & Wholemeal No-knead Loaf

I sold my bread maker at a car boot sale a couple of years ago when I realised that it took up too much room and removed all the enjoyment of making bread.

With the no-knead method even the busiest person can make bread quickly and effortlessly so there is no excuse now not to give it a go!

I knew this loaf would be quite dense and I’m glad to say it was a total hit with the whole family.

Spelt and Wholemeal No-knead Loaf with poppy and sesame seeds

The slices are smaller than a conventional loaf but you don’t need to eat as much of it as it is so filling and you can slice it quite thinly without it falling apart.

I will be making this bread regularly as it is straightforward to make and just like the expensive specialist loaves you get in some supermarkets.

Sliced Spelt and Wholemeal Loaf

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NB: Mermaid sent me a 900g loaf tin, no payment was received and all opinions are my own.

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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.
Course Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine British
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
Total Time 45 minutes minutes
Servings 10
Author Camilla Hawkins

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

  • Put flours, salt, sugar and yeast in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Stir in the oil and water with a wooden spoon or you hand to form a dough.
  • Add a little more water if necessary.
  • 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*.
  • 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.
  • Pre-heat oven to 200°C
  • Bake in oven for 35-40 minutes.
  • 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).

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  1. Gillian

    21/03/2024 at 1:01 pm

    I love this bread. Easy to make, full of nutritious ingredients and oh so tasty! The only issue I had was that most of the seeds fell off when I turned the loaf out of the tin. So next time I’ll try using an egg glaze to see if that works, or mix the seeds into the dough. Bur I’ll definitely make it again. Thank you

    Reply
    • Camilla

      21/03/2024 at 4:49 pm

      Hi Gillian, thank you so much for your comment. I’ve made a lot more bread (well mainly sourdough and usually add a little spelt in the mix) which has taught me to add the seeds once the dough goes into the loaf tin. So I’ve updated this recipe and that will solve the seed issue for you.

      Reply
  2. Amy Fidler

    09/05/2017 at 7:33 am

    my kind of bread x

    Reply
  3. Eb Gargano

    28/09/2015 at 12:08 pm

    Loving the idea of a no knead loaf! And ready in 45 minutes – that’s my kind of recipe!!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      28/09/2015 at 11:03 pm

      Yes there’s no excuse not to make bread when it’s this quick:-)

      Reply
  4. tiggerific1973

    02/05/2015 at 5:07 pm

    I have never made bread! This looks like one I could start with 🙂

    Reply
    • Camilla

      02/05/2015 at 5:54 pm

      Oh yes, perfect first loaf:-)

      Reply
  5. Margot @ Coffee & Vanilla

    19/03/2015 at 1:11 pm

    I love seeded breads and spelt flour as well so this is perfect recipe for me… especially that there is no kneading required!!! I still can feel all my muscles after kneading the tiger bread last night 😉

    Reply
    • Camilla

      19/03/2015 at 1:31 pm

      Thanks, LOL I read the 10 minutes kneading time on your recipe and thought that’s when the Kenwood with dough hook comes in handly!

      Reply
  6. Paul Wilson

    20/11/2014 at 12:07 am

    I love a freshly baked loaf.

    Reply
  7. Jane Middleton

    19/11/2014 at 6:06 pm

    Looks delicious and easy to make, would love to try this.

    Reply
  8. Sandra Lane

    24/10/2014 at 10:27 pm

    I have been cooking with spelt for a while now as I’m trying to cut down on products with gluten. I know spelt does contain gluten but only in small amounts. Everyone should try this lovely grain as it has a fabulous taste.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      24/10/2014 at 11:00 pm

      It does taste really good!

      Reply
  9. ujhunt1961

    21/09/2014 at 11:30 am

    Just started cooking with spelt

    Reply
  10. Sally - My Custard Pie

    30/06/2014 at 5:40 am

    I do so agree that bread makers take the joy out of bread making – they also change the texture. Not a fan at all. But a fan of this loaf – will definitely try it.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      30/06/2014 at 11:32 pm

      Yes, out with bread makers! Hope you enjoy the loaf I went through a phase of making at all the time and haven’t baked any bread for a while so must get back into it!

      Reply
  11. Carolyn Clapham

    17/06/2014 at 8:17 am

    I love the idea of a no-knead loaf – it’s the kneading that stops me making bread more often.

    Reply
  12. Ursula Hunt

    09/05/2014 at 1:20 pm

    Great to have a no Knead recipe as I have painful hands

    Reply
  13. Maya Russell

    24/02/2014 at 5:47 am

    I like the sound of this no-knead loaf. I use spelt a lot in my bread making machine. I’d like to try this as it doesn’t seem to take long.

    Reply
  14. Lisa Williams

    01/11/2013 at 11:13 am

    this looks so delicious and soft and really delicious 🙂

    Reply
  15. prwilson

    12/10/2013 at 3:45 am

    My mouth is watering just looking at this.

    Reply
  16. Paul Wilson

    16/09/2013 at 12:47 am

    I’m always on the lookout for brown/granary bread recipes – this looks nice.

    Reply
  17. Diane Wareing

    10/09/2013 at 12:13 pm

    No Kneading sounds great to me!! It looks delicious and perfect for the winter soups that we will all be making soon.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      10/09/2013 at 2:24 pm

      It really is super and you can chop and change the flours:-)

      Reply
  18. Choclette

    18/04/2013 at 8:24 pm

    Now that looks just like my mum’s bread, only she kneads hers for ages. Now I’m in a dilemma, do I tell her or don’t I? It looks perfect to me.

    Reply
  19. Jacqueline @How to be a Gourmand

    18/04/2013 at 3:11 am

    Really tasty looking bread Camilla – I’ll have mine with a strong piece of Cheddar!

    Reply
    • Camilla

      18/04/2013 at 10:21 am

      There’s no excuse now, I did this for all the reluctant bakers out there and you can’t go wrong!

      Reply
  20. Lisa Williams

    17/04/2013 at 8:02 pm

    It looks delicious thanks for the easier recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • Camilla

      17/04/2013 at 9:09 pm

      And thank you for leaving a lovely comment:-)

      Reply
  21. Gill Bland

    16/04/2013 at 3:09 pm

    Looks great for a sturdy breakfast – the spelt is good for long term fuelling and not irritating people with gluten intolerance. Thanks very much for entering breakfast club

    Reply
    • Camilla

      16/04/2013 at 4:05 pm

      Thanks Gill. Spelt contains gluten too but is easier to digest and good for people with a wheat intolerence – easy to get the two confused:-)

      Reply
      • Gill Bland

        02/05/2013 at 6:27 am

        Ahh good point – I forgot that it had gluten. Thanks!

        Reply
  22. Jackie Allum

    15/04/2013 at 10:49 pm

    Looks so tasty!. Must try a spelt loaf since it’s supposed to have health benefits. Definitely one for bookmarking.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      15/04/2013 at 11:26 pm

      Thanks, and thank you for visiting always nice to see a new face so to speak!

      Reply
  23. Ang

    15/04/2013 at 10:33 pm

    I’ve never liked the mass produced loaves that are as light as a feather. Might as well be eating air! This sounds perfect but my only problem is I am hopeless at making bread. Lovely pics.

    Reply
    • Camilla

      15/04/2013 at 11:24 pm

      Angela, there really is no making here just mixing, shaping and waiting – simplist bread recipe ever – go on give it a go!

      Reply
      • eileen farley

        25/07/2024 at 10:01 pm

        I’ve tried making spelt bread before and it was a bit dry so this time I’ll make spelt banana bread as I can get more moisture in the bread.

        Reply
        • Camilla

          25/07/2024 at 11:17 pm

          Good luck, spelt banana bread is lovely!

          Reply

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