October Baking Challenge
#BreadJourney
Master the basics of bread-making this fall with our exciting October challenge, featuring weekly recipes and amazing prizes from our new partner ModKitchn!
October Baking Challenge
#BreadJourney
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Master the Basics
Focus on fundamental bread-making techniques throughout October.
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Share Your Progress
Post pictures or videos using the #BreadJourney
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Win Prizes
Participate for a chance to win weekly and grand prizes from ModKitchn.
Exciting New Partnership!
We're thrilled to introduce our new sponsor, ModKitchn! This exciting partnership will bring incredible prizes to our October #BreadJourney Bread Challenge.
ModKitchn is a leading provider of high-quality kitchenware and baking supplies, offering everything you need to elevate your baking journey.
Here’s How It Works
The October Baking Challenge, #BreadJourney
It is all about mastering the basics of bread-making. With so many new members and the holidays approaching, it's the perfect time to hone your skills and get ready for the busy baking season ahead.
Bake a bread creation (any bread you like).
You’re free to bake any bread you want! Throughout the challenge, we’ll be featuring specific recipes and providing tips, tricks, and guidance from The Bread Squad to help you every step of the way.
Take a picture or video of your bread
Capture your creation by snapping a picture or recording a quick video. Show off your hard work and share it with the community Using #BreadJourney.
Post it in our group using the hashtag #BreadJourney
Make sure to include the hashtag #BreadJourney when you post your picture or video. This allows us to randomly select a weekly winner, and it enters you for a chance to win the Grand Prize at the end of the month. Don’t forget to tag your creation!
Exciting New Partnership!
ModKitchn
Our new partner is dedicated to providing high-quality kitchen tools for home bakers.
Elevate Your Baking
From bread mats to stylish bread bags, ModKitchn has everything you need.
Exclusive Giveaways
Win amazing prizes throughout our October #BreadJourney Challenge!
10% Discount for Baking Great Bread at Home Members
Bakers, we've got some exciting news for you! 🍞
ModKitchn, a brand known for their home baking tools, has reached out to our Baking Great Bread at Home community with a special offer. They're extending a 10% discount to all our members!
Why are we telling you this?
  • Quality Matters: ModKitchn focuses on high-quality kitchenware and baking supplies.
  • Variety: From bread mats to stylish bread bags, they offer a wide range of products.
  • Community Support: This partnership is about supporting our baking journeys together.
Weekly Featured Recipe Schedule
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Week 1: Classic Yeasted White Bread
This simple, foolproof recipe is the perfect introduction to bread making for beginners. It produces a soft, delicious loaf every time.
  • Ingredients: Flour, water, yeast, salt, sugar, butter
  • Focus: Shaping and achieving the perfect rise.
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Week 2: Sourdough Beginner's Loaf
A perfect sourdough recipe for those new to baking with a starter. This loaf is light, tangy, and a great introduction to mastering sourdough.
  • Ingredients: Flour, water, sourdough starter, salt
  • Focus: Handling high hydration doughs and fermentation.
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Week 3: Japanese Milk Bread (Shokupan)
This Japanese milk bread is incredibly soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet, making it perfect for sandwiches or toasting. Its signature pillowy texture comes from a tangzhong (a cooked flour paste), which keeps the bread moist and tender for days.
Ingredients: Bread flour, milk, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, egg
Focus: Creating the soft, fluffy texture that Shokupan is known for, using the tangzhong method.
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Week 4: Sourdough Sandwich Loaf
This sourdough loaf is designed to be versatile and great for sandwiches. It’s a little firmer but has the signature sourdough tang.
  • Ingredients: Flour, water, sourdough starter, salt, olive oil
  • Focus: Achieving the right crumb structure and oven spring.
Weekly Giveaway
Bread Mat Prize
Win a ModKitchn bread mat each week of the challenge.
Round or Oval
Choose between a round Dutch oven mat or versatile oval mat.
Random Selection
Winners chosen randomly from #BreadJourney participants.
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Baking Great Bread at Home Blog

Baking Great Bread at Home Blog

"Join the Baking Great Bread at Home community and transform your kitchen into a bakery! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, our blog offers expert tips, delicious recipes, and exciting challenges to help you master the art of bread making. Let’s bake something amazing together!"

Grand Prize
End-of-Month Grand Prize Details
At the end of October, one lucky participant will win a stylish and eco-friendly bread bag from ModKitchn. This prize will keep your homemade bread fresh longer while adding a touch of elegance to your kitchen decor.
How to Enter
To be eligible for the grand prize, simply participate in the challenge throughout the month by posting your bread-making progress with the #BreadJourney. The more you engage, the better your chances!

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Sourdough Starter 101

"Master the art of sourdough with our no-nonsense guide. From starter to bake, learn how to create incredible bread with ease."

Recipe Access
Google Docs
Access detailed recipes through convenient Google Doc links.
Bookmark
Save recipes for easy reference during your baking journey.
Multi-Device
View recipes on any device for baking flexibility.

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Baking Great Bread at Home Quiz

Test Your Baking Knowledge! Think you’ve mastered the art of bread baking? Take our Bread Bakers Quiz to test your skills and knowledge! Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, this quiz covers a wide range of topics from yeasted doughs to sourdough starters, hydration levels, and baking techniques. See how you measure up, and get personalized feedback to help improve your baking. It's a fun and educational way to learn more about bread-making while challenging yourself!

Stay Connected
Join Our Facebook Group
"Baking Great Bread at Home"
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Connect with Bread Enthusiasts
Engage with thousands of like-minded bakers from around the world.
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Share Your Bakes
Post pictures of your creations and get feedback from the community.
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Get Answers
Ask questions and receive expert advice from experienced bakers.

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Henry's Foolproof Sourdough Recipe

Discover my Foolproof Sourdough Recipe Loved by Hundreds Unlock the secrets to perfect homemade sourdough bread with our comprehensive, foolproof recipe that's been embraced by hundreds of bakers in our community.

Ready to Rise to the Challenge?
Master the Basics
Join our October Bread Challenge, #BreadJourney and improve your bread-making skills.
Win Amazing Prizes
Participate for a chance to win weekly bread mats and a grand prize bread bag.
Join the Community
Connect with fellow bread enthusiasts and share your baking journey.