December 15, 2014 - 3:03pm
New baker help
Hi I recently started baking and whilst I've been enjoying largely good results (I've only had to chuck one loaf so far!), I feel my simple white loaf is a bit on the dense side. I knead by hand so I could simply be under doing it but I'm not so sure. I always check the dough is ready with the windowpane test and it looks OK, perhaps a little patchy, but I will get a definite window and no tears. What else could be the problem if not the kneading?
I could upload a picture of my latest loaf's crumb if that will help at all?
The recipe I use is
500g strong white flour
325g water
7g quick yeast
10g salt
I bake this for 25 minutes at 210C.
Thanks,
nobby