Rustic Flower Pot Bread Loaves or Bread Rolls
Add a whimsical touch to your baking routine with these delightful Rustic Flower Pot Bread Loaves or Bread Rolls, a recipe that blends charm and deliciousness in equal measure. Baked in unglazed terracotta flower pots, these golden, crusty loaves rise above the rim for an irresistibly rustic presentation that's as fun to make as it is to eat. The simple dough, made with all-purpose flour, olive oil, and activated yeast, achieves a perfect balance of soft, chewy texture and a crispy crust. The pots are prepped with butter and dusted with coarse cornmeal to ensure effortless release and a beautifully textured base. Ideal for serving warm with butter, jam, or savory spreads, these adorable loaves are perfect for dinner parties, brunch gatherings, or a unique gift idea. Embrace baking creativity with this charming, show-stopping recipe!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 325 milliliters Water (lukewarm)
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 10 grams Granulated sugar
- 10 grams Salt
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 15 grams Butter (for greasing pots)
- 20 grams Coarse cornmeal (for dusting pots)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare 6 small (4-inch diameter) unglazed terracotta flower pots by washing them thoroughly and drying them completely. Rub the inside of each pot with butter and dust them with coarse cornmeal to prevent sticking.
In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and allow the yeast to activate for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix the ingredients together using a wooden spoon or your hands until a rough dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch the dough down gently and divide it into 6 equal portions for individual loaves or into smaller portions for rolls if desired.
Shape each portion into a round ball and place it into the prepared flower pots. Cover with the kitchen towel and allow to rise again for 30 minutes, or until the dough has risen slightly above the rims of the pots.
Place the flower pots on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the pots from the oven and allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes before gently loosening the sides with a butter knife and carefully removing the loaves or rolls.
Serve warm or at room temperature—perfect with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 3950 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 410.1 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.7 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 709 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
