1 tbsp sugar or syrup
4 cups (500 g) all-purpose or spelt flour or bread flour
2 tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil e.g. canola oil
Toppings (optional)
2 tbsp non-dairy cream for brushing
grains and seeds e.g. sesame, poppy seeds, sunflower seeds, pepitas
Instructions
Crumble the yeast into a small bowl. Add ⅓ cup of lukewarm water and the sugar and stir until the yeast has dissolved. Set aside for 5 minutes until it begins to foam.
Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl. Form a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and the vegetable oil. Cover the yeast with flour, add the remaining 1 cup of water. Stir to combine and knead everything with your hands (or use a mixer fitted with dough hooks) for approx. 10 minutes, until a smooth dough forms.
