June 3, 2024 - 1:42pm
Dutch Oven and Dough Size
How much if any does the dough size change bake time in a Dutch oven?
I see bake times and temps ranging from total of 40 min to 60 min.
What is a good bake temp/time?
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How much if any does the dough size change bake time in a Dutch oven?
I see bake times and temps ranging from total of 40 min to 60 min.
What is a good bake temp/time?
It's done when it's done - only you can tell. The size of the dough makes it however long. Enjoy!
Dutch Oven or not, larger balls of dough will take longer for the heat to get to the inside and cook it. This usually implies a lower temperature, otherwise the crust can overcook before the inside is ready.
I don't bake in a DO often enough to have a good recommendation, but I see 20 minutes lid on/ 20 minutes lid off in DO recipes fairly frequently. I would think that 60 minutes would be way too long for most loaves unless the temperature was very low.
TomP
Dough size does affect bake time in a Dutch oven, with bigger loaves needing a few extra minutes. But the recipe's temperature and internal temp (around 190°F) are more important. A good starting point is 450°F for 20 minutes with the lid on, then 400°F for 15-20 minutes with it off. Adjust based on your recipe and use a thermometer for perfect bread!