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Simple Bread Recipe

Name: Simple Bread Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 h
Yield: 1
Cuisine: British Isles
Ingredients: 525g strong bread flour; 7g quick acting yeast; 15g Olive oil (or 1 tbsp); 395ml warm water; 12g fine salt; 50ml Warm water; 3 small handfuls of your preferred seeds (pumpkin, sunflower and poppy)

Homemade Seeded Loaf, Basic Seeded Bread, Artisan Seed Bread

Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 1
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Make Time: 5 hours
Calories: 1650 / serving
Diet: Vegan

The essentials, at a glance

British Isles Side Dish Snack

This is a straightforward, rustic loaf featuring a hearty blend of seeds. It offers a satisfying crunch and a soft, airy interior. Perfect as a versatile side or a nutritious snack.

ProteinProtein 45.0g

FatFat 42.0g

CarbsCarbs 260.0g

Above values do not change with any serving size changes you make below

Ingredients

Servings: 1

525g high gluten flour

7g quick acting yeast

15g Olive oil (or 1 tbsp)

395ml warm h2o

12g fine salt

50ml Warm h2o

3 small handfuls of your preferred pumpkin seed, sunflower and poppy)

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Instructions

Mix the strong bread flour, olive oil, 395ml warm water, and yeast together in a bowl using a spoon.

Cover the bowl with cling film and leave to rest in a warm place for 30 minutes.

Dissolve 12g fine salt in 50ml warm water and add this solution to the dough along with the seeds.

Mix again using a wooden spoon until the seeds are well combined.

Leave the dough to rest in a warm place for 2 to 4 hours until risen.

Transfer the risen dough to a lined, high-sided baking tray (maximum 30x20cm) or a loaf tin, or place it in a Dutch oven.

Sprinkle the top with a small amount of flour.

Pre-heat the oven to 220C (fan).

Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Remove from the pan, dust with a little flour, and cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Benefits

Provides essential minerals from pumpkin and sunflower seeds.

Strong bread flour offers a source of plant-based protein.

Olive oil contributes heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

The inclusion of various seeds adds dietary fibre for digestive support.

Nutritional information is provided as a general guide only. Values may vary and should not replace professional medical or dietary advice.

The Joy of Rustic Seeded Bread

Andrew T. 3 Aug 2026

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Simple Bread Recipe · Andrew T.

Strong bread flour and a touch of olive oil form the backbone of this hearty loaf, creating a satisfyingly chewy texture. I love how the pumpkin and sunflower seeds add a nutty crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft, airy crumb inside.

Using a Dutch oven is a brilliant trick to trap steam, which gives the crust that professional, golden-brown finish we all crave. It is a simple process that turns a few basic pantry staples into something truly comforting.

Baking Tips

Ensure your water is warm but not boiling to keep the yeast active.
Allow the dough plenty of time to rise for the best flavour.
Tap the bottom of the loaf; a hollow sound means it is perfectly baked.

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The History & Culinary Soul of the Region

Yumpedia: United Kingdom

The tradition of home-baked bread in the British Isles is deeply rooted in domestic life, evolving from ancient grains to the refined strong flours used today.

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