Spelt Bread Recipe from Belgium | EU Politics Explained by Baking Belgian Spelt Loaf

spelt flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Maple syrup provides sweetness with a unique flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and healthy fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

Combine spelt flour, water, and salt in a bowl.

Let the mixture sit for a long time to develop a culture of lactic acid bacteria and yeast.

Pre-shape the loaf and transfer it to a proving basket.

Refrigerate the dough for at least 20 hours.

Score the loaf and place it in a hot oven at 250 degrees Celsius.

Bake for 30 minutes.

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