
When the Crumb Finally Opens
0.100 USDCA long autolyse, a cold overnight proof, and one crackling loaf that finally opened up like I'd hoped.

A long autolyse, a cold overnight proof, and one crackling loaf that finally opened up like I'd hoped.

Third try, first real success: an open crumb, a shattering crust, and a loaf that finally rose instead of sprawling.
Third time's the charm: autolyse, a longer bulk ferment, and the poke test finally gave me an open, custardy crumb.