Irish Treacle Bread

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Slacken off the treacle in the lukewarm water and add to the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.

Step 2

Knead for about 10 - 12 minutes until you have a soft and silky dough.

Step 3

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and leave in a warm place until the dough has doubled in size. Watch the dough, not the clock...it'll take as long as it takes.

Step 4

Tip the dough out onto a lightly-floured surface, knock it back and then gently shape it into either a boule or to fit a prepared tin(s)

Step 5

Cover and prove again for 30 - 45 minutes until doubled.

Step 6

Score the dough if necessary (if you're making a boule or a batard)

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 190⁰C (375⁰F) and bake for 30 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped on the underside.

Step 8

Cool on a rack before cutting.