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!
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.
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.
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.
More Bread Recipes
Here are some more delicious bread recipes for you to try!
- Easy Cheesy Chilli Cob
- Walnutty Wholemeal Bread
- Spelt & Chia Fishtail Plait Loaf
- Apple & Pear Cider Spelt Soda Bread
- Wholemeal Cheddar and Apple Chutney Soda Bread with Cider
- Easy Slow Cooker Sourdough Bread
- Easy Slow Cooker Sourdough Sandwich Bread
- Pesto & Garlic Beer Bread
- Rustic French Bread
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
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 Rapeseed 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.
tiggerific1973
I have never made bread! This looks like one I could start with 🙂
Camilla
Oh yes, perfect first loaf:-)
Margot @ Coffee & Vanilla
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 😉
Camilla
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!
Paul Wilson
I love a freshly baked loaf.
Jane Middleton
Looks delicious and easy to make, would love to try this.
Sandra Lane
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.
Camilla
It does taste really good!
ujhunt1961
Just started cooking with spelt
Sally - My Custard Pie
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.
Camilla
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!
Carolyn Clapham
I love the idea of a no-knead loaf – it’s the kneading that stops me making bread more often.
Ursula Hunt
Great to have a no Knead recipe as I have painful hands
Maya Russell
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.