Crackle Top Bread

An easy vegetarian loaf featuring a unique crackled crust, made by kneading dough and applying a special rice flour paste.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 172.6 kcals 1725.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 34.8 grams 348.4 grams
Fat 1.3 grams 12.8 grams
Protein 5.4 grams 54.2 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
10 slices
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
tsp
Caster Sugar
for topping
0.25
tsp
GrainsCereals
400
g
Strong White Bread Flour
plus extra for dusting
25
g
Rice Flour
for topping
NutsSeeds
10
ml
Salt
2 tsp
1
pinch
Salt
for topping
OilsFats
1
tsp
Sunflower Oil
for greasing
1
tsp
Vegetable Oil
for topping

Steps

  • Mix flours, yeast, and salt in a bowl and combine with 275ml of water to form a ball.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes or in a mixer for 5-7 minutes.
  • Test the dough by prodding it; it is ready if it springs back completely.
  • Shape the dough into a taut round loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
  • Cover the bread with oiled cling film and let it rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Mix rice flour, sugar, yeast, salt, oil, and 25ml of warm water into a thick paste.
  • Check that the dough has risen by ensuring an indent springs back halfway.
  • Rub the topping paste evenly over the top and sides of the loaf.
  • Bake for 25 minutes until the top is crackled and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
  • Cool the bread on a wire rack before serving.