A foolproof, no-mess bread recipe. These crusty artisan rolls are made using a simple folding technique and shaped with a spoon. No kneading machine required!
Servings 12rolls
Course Pastries
Cuisine International, Turkish
Ingredients
5cupsAll-purpose flour
2.5cupsWater (room temperature)
1packetDry yeast (0.35 oz)
1tspSalt
1tbspVegetable oil (for oiling hands & spoons)
1tbspExtra flour (for dusting)
Equipment
Large Mixing Bowl: For the dough to rise as it ferments.
Sturdy Spoon: A wooden or sturdy metal spoon to mix the dough.
Baking Sheet & Parchment Paper: To bake the bread without sticking.
Kitchen Scale or Measuring Cups: For the correct ratio of ingredients.
Method
In a large bowl, combine the water, yeast, and flour. Mix with a sturdy spoon until the flour is fully incorporated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes. The dough will begin to rise and soften.
Lightly oil your hands. Reach to the edge of the dough, pull it upwards, and fold it into the center. Repeat this around the entire bowl. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
Pour a little vegetable oil over the dough. Repeat the folding process (pull from the edge to the center). Cover and rest for another 15 minutes.
Repeat the folding process two more times at 15-minute intervals. Each cycle makes the dough smoother and more elastic.
After the last fold, cover and let the dough rise for a final 30 minutes until doubled in size.
Oil two large spoons. Scoop mandarin-sized pieces of dough and place them onto a parchment-lined baking tray.
Generously sprinkle some flour over the top of each dough mound for a rustic look.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) on a fanless setting. Place a small oven-safe bowl filled with water on the bottom of the oven. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until the tops are deep golden brown and crispy.