Plan it backwards. Bake it forwards.
Start mixing at
15:50
now · total 2 hr 10 min
Right now
Mix & knead
Combine ingredients and develop the gluten.
Time remaining in this stage
15:00
Mix & knead
Combine ingredients and develop the gluten.
15:50 → 16:05 · 15 min
Bulk ferment
First rise — let the dough almost double.
16:05 → 16:05 · 0 min
Pre-shape & shape
Divide, pre-shape, rest, then final shape.
16:05 → 16:20 · 15 min
Final proof
Second rise — until it springs back slowly.
16:20 → 16:20 · 0 min
Bake
Preheat early; steam the first half if possible.
16:20 → 17:15 · 55 min
Cool
Resist slicing — the crumb sets while it cools.
17:15 → 18:00 · 45 min