Proofing basket round small, Ø 25 cm

Proofing basket round Ø 25 cm

By using a proofing basket, the piece proofing of the bread becomes nice and even. In addition to the great pattern on the surface, this also leads to a nicer shape and an even and finely chopped crust. The basket gives the dough its great shape during the piece proofing, but it is removed before baking.

Proofing basket - application

First, of course, you need to prepare your dough. Make your favorite bread dough with yeast or sourdough and let it rise according to the recipe. Once the leavening is ready, you can prepare the proofing basket.

Remove any dirt residues from the basket, for example with a brush or simply by turning it over and tapping it on the mold. To prevent the bread dough from sticking to the basket, sprinkle it well with flour or baker's starch. Baker's starch also has the advantage that the bread shines nicely if you coat it with a little water before baking.

Depending on the quantity portion your dough and then form individual dough pieces. Once you are satisfied with the consistency and shape, the bread is placed in the proofing basket. Cover with a dough plastic and let the dough stand at room temperature as long as indicated in the recipe.

Now the bread is turned out of the proofing basket. The dough can be placed either directly on a baking paper or, if available, on a previously heated bread baking stone or in a cast iron pot that is also hot. The proofing basket should never be baked with it. Finish baking the bread according to the recipe. Once the bread is out of the oven, it can be used to dry the proofing basket. To do this, it must first cool down to a maximum of 140 °C. Then the proofing basket can be placed in the still warm oven to dry out.

Once the basket is completely dry, simply tap out any excess flour. If there are still smaller dough residues, remove them with a slightly harder brush. The basket must never be cleaned in the dishwasher and running water is also not suitable for cleaning it. Depending on the frequency of use, the proofing basket should be sterilized every four to eight weeks at 120 to 140 °C for 30 to 40 minutes.

Thus, the proofing basket lasts a very long time and can be used again and again. The peddigree from which it is made is a breathable, natural raw material from the trunk of rattan palms. Thus, this is naturally degradable.