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I made bread for a few weeks, but the bread never rose properly. It was always rather flat and dense, and while tasting good, never really hit that spot. Today, I pulled the first really fluffy bread out of the oven and it turned out great. Really happy with it.

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[–] Thedogdrinkscoffee@lemmy.ca 5 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Any thoughts on what was holding you back and suddenly worked this time?

For me, it was always hydration levels. Had to hit 72-73% then boom! I'm a baker.

[–] sqw 2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

the more water, the happier the cultures, and steam puffs it some too.

[–] Thedogdrinkscoffee@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 days ago

Steam gives that great crust. Love it.