<p>Who says Hot Cross Buns are just for Easter? Fresh out the oven, sliced and spread with butter, they're a true classic and great to enjoy any time of the day. Toast and spread with butter in the morning with a cup of tea, or cosy up on the sofa with a warm Hot Cross Bun on a wintery evening - sounds yummy, right?</p>
<p>Filled with fruit and piped with a white cross, replace your shop-bought buns with these delicious homemade buns - you won't regret it, promise.</p>
<h3>What are hot cross buns filled with?</h3>
<p>Hot cross buns are filled with lots of fruits and spices to give a warming, rich flavour to a basic dough base. Made with mixed spice, sultanas and fresh mixed peel, each zesty bite is full of flavour and a firm favourite sweet dough in our recipe book.</p>
<h3>Can I eat hot cross buns hot or cold?</h3>
<p>It doesn't matter - eat them however you feel comfortable! We prefer ours sliced in half then toasted with a slather of butter melting on each slice.</p>
<h3>What is the white cross on hot cross buns made from?</h3>
<p>The white cross is made from a thick flour paste made from plain flour, and it represents the cross which Jesus was crucified on.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What are hot cross buns called in the US?</h3>
<p>In America, hot cross buns are called Easter buns or hot fruit buns.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations&nbsp;</h2>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/cinnamon-rolls">Soft and sweet cinnamon rolls recipe</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/teacakes">Classic fruit tea cakes</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/baked-doughnuts">Golden oven baked jam doughnuts</a></li>
</ul>

Sliced hot cross bun on a white plate next to a dish of hot cross buns

Batch of freshly-baked hot cross buns on a wooden chopping board

Close-up of a hot cross bun with a sweet apricot glaze

Bowl filled with hot cross buns next to a bowl of sultanas and apricot jam

White dish filled with hot cross buns next to a single hot cross bun

Allinson's Strong White Bread Flour

Allinson's Fast Action Yeast

Whole milk

Unsalted butter (cold, diced)

Medium free range eggs (beaten)

Billington's Golden Caster Sugar

Salt

Mixed spice

Sultanas

Mixed peel

Allinson's Plain White Flour

Apricot Jam

Spicy, fruity and perfect with lashings of butter, our hot cross buns recipe is perfect at any time of day. Here's how to make perfect hot cross buns. 

Hot Cross Buns Recipe | How to Make Hot Cross Buns

A bag of Allinson's strong white bread flour sat between a hot cross bun and a bowl full of freshly baked hot cross buns.

Hot Cross Buns Recipe

<p>This beginner baked doughnut recipe can be made at home in just six steps with Allinson's sweet dough. The doughnuts are brushed with butter upon coming out of the oven and rolled in sugar.</p>
<h3>Do baked doughnuts taste the same as fried?</h3>
<p>The texture is more compact and there isn't the distinctive taste of deep frying.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>If you enjoyed our baked doughnuts recipe, then check out more of our highly rated sweet bakes!</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/cinnamon-rolls">Soft Cinnamon Rolls Recipe</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/hot-cross-buns">Hot Cross Buns Recipe</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/teacakes">Teacakes Recipe</a></li>
</ul>

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A marble round plate with a pile of freshly baked jam doughnuts sat on top, next to a small dish of red jam.

Allinson's Strong white bread flour

Milk

Butter (unsalted) (cold, diced)

Egg(s) (free range) (medium, beaten)

Billington's Unrefined Golden Caster Sugar

Raspberry jam

Butter (unsalted) (melted)

Classic jam doughnuts are always a great idea - who could possibly say no? Try our easy-to-follow recipe and enjoy fresh jam doughnuts in just six steps.

Baked Doughnuts Recipe | How to Make Baked Doughnuts

A bag of Allinson's strong white bread flour laid flat next to a marble round plate piled with baked jam doughnuts. A small dish of red jam is next to them both.

Baked Doughnuts Recipe

<p>Master this tea-time classic, and you'll be hosting Afternoon Tea every week. Fill your home with the smell of sweet bread whilst baking these classic teacakes. Made with Allinson's wholemeal dough - this savoury or sweet bake can be enjoy with a dollop of jam or melted buttered and a cup of tea.</p>
<p>Allinson's flour is a staple in our cupboards, and is the reason our bakers love this teacake recipe.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/cinnamon-rolls">Soft and gooey cinnamon rolls recipe</a></li><li><a href="/recipes/baked-doughnuts">Oven baked jam doughnuts</a></li>
</ul>

Allinson's very strong white bread flour

Milk (whole)

Salted butter (diced)

Free range medium egg

Tea (mug of, strong, hot and black)

Dried mixed fruits

Learn how to make classic fruit teacakes with our easy recipe. Perfect for afternoon tea with butter or jam. Light, fluffy and full of flavour!

Teacakes Recipe | How to Make Homemade Fruit Teacakes

A white dish filled with tea cakes next to a pack of Allinson's very strong white bread flour in front of a grey marble background.

Teacakes Recipe

<p>What is the secret to good pizza dough? Well a great recipe of course.&nbsp;</p>
<p>If you are looking for a healthier alternative or to improve your digestive health this pizza is the one for you. A classic combo of ham and sweetcorn topping a fresh wholemeal pizza base. Or if you prefer once you have mastered the wholemeal pizza dough get creative with your favourite toppings to please the whole family.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>If you're looking for a more classic pizza dough, see our delicious and highly rated <a href="/recipes/pizza-dough">Pizza Dough Recipe.</a></p>

Overhead shot of pizza with slice removed and bread flour

Overhead shot of pizza on chopping board with 6 slices cut and a pizza cutter

Allinson's very strong wholemeal bread flour

Dried mixed herbs

Olive oil

Tomato pasta sauce

Sweetcorn (canned, drained)

Yellow pepper(s)

Ham (slices)

Cheddar cheese (grated)

Make the perfect Ham and Sweetcorn Wholemeal Pizza. This easy recipe uses wholemeal grain flour making it a healthier choice for your pizza base.

Ham and Sweetcorn Wholemeal Pizza Recipe | How to make a Wholemeal Pizza

Close up of ham and pineapple pizza with hand reaching in removing a slice

Ham & Sweetcorn Wholemeal Pizza Recipe

<p>This fig and walnut bread recipe is a country grain recipe with a twist. It will make your cheese sandwiches just a little more special, or if you want to show off at a dinner party, serve it up with a cheese board.</p>
<p>If you like your bread filled to the brim with walnuts, give our <a data-item-id="0b5f22b0-8347-566a-ba70-2e218c5917a0" href="/recipes/chunky-walnut-bread">chunky walnut bread</a> recipe a try.</p>

Allinson's Country Grain Bread Flour

Warm water

Walnut oil

Malt extract

Figs (dried) (chopped)

Walnuts (chopped)

Delicious walnut & fig bread recipe that's perfect for making your cheese sandwiches more special or serve up with a cheese board at a dinner party!

Walnut and Fig Country Grain Loaf Recipe | How to make Fig and Walnut Bread

Walnut & Fig Country Grain Loaf Recipe

<p>Our seed and grain bread is nourishing and wholesome. With a bake time of just 30 minutes, you'll be enjoying a tasty slice of seeded bread paired with a bowl of soup in no time.</p>
<p>Made with Allinson's Country Grain flour, a rich blend of malted wheat flakes, rye and barley flours for flavour and crunch. Ideal for rustic loaves and bakes with real character.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>If you enjoy seeded bread and want to use your Country Grain flour for another delicious recipe, then look no further than our <a href="/recipes/walnut-and-fig-country-grain-loaf">Walnut and Fig Country Grain Loaf</a>.</p>

Silver Spoon Caster Sugar

Extra virgin olive oil

Tepid water

Discover our tasty country grain seeded bread recipe that's nourishing and wholesome. The perfect loaf for pairing with salted butter or with a bowl of soup on a relaxed afternoon.

Seed and Grain Loaf Recipe | How to Make Seeded Bread with Country Grain Flour

Seed & Grain Loaf Recipe

<p>This is a delicious wholemeal pastry recipe that is perfect for pies, tarts and quiches. The pastry will keep for up to 2 days in the fridge or can be frozen for 1 month. With just 5 ingredients and 5 steps, you'll be tucking in to this excellent crust in no time!<br>
<br>
Making Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry follows a very similar process to making traditional Shortcrust Pastry.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>Looking for more recipes to use your Allinson's Plain Wholemeal flour?&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/wholemeal-spinach-feta-and-potato-pies">Try our Wholemeal Spinach and Feta Potato Pies</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/coffee-shortbread">Wholemeal Coffee Shortbread with light nutty notes</a></li>
</ul>

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Allinson's Plain Wholemeal Flour

Butter (unsalted) (cold)

Lard (cold)

Water (ice cold)

Discover our Wholemeal Pastry recipe that is a brilliant alternative to the normal Short Crust Pastry. Perfect for pies, tarts and quiches!

Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry Recipe | How to make Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry

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Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry Recipe

<p>This coffee shortbread recipe is a twist on a classic recipe and great served with a coffee cappuccino.&nbsp;The wholemeal flour adds a light nutty note to blend with the espresso and chocolate.</p>
<h2>How to Store</h2>
<p>Once cooled, store the shortbread's in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can freeze the baked shortbread's in a resealable container, with baking parchment in between layers of shortbread's, for up to 3 months. To thaw, put the shortbread on a plate or wire rack at room temperature for about an hour.</p>
<p>You can also form the shortbread and put them on a baking sheet lined with baking parchment and freeze them unbaked. When solid, transfer to a resealable box. Bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the cooking time.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>Your Allinson's Wholemeal Plain Flour can also be used for:&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/wholemeal-shortcrust-pastry">Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry Recipe</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/wholemeal-spinach-feta-and-potato-pies">Wholemeal Spinach Feta and Potato Pies Recipe</a></li>
</ul>

Cornflour

Billington's Unrefined Light Muscovado Sugar

Espresso coffee

Dark chocolate (pieces)

Unsalted butter (cut into pieces)

Chocolate covered coffee beans

Learn how to make coffee shortbread with our easy recipe. This coffee shortbread with it's buttery and nutty notes is a twist on a classic recipe - perfect served with a cappuccino!

Coffee Shortbread Recipe | How to Make Coffee Shortbread

Coffee Shortbread Recipe

<p>Beautiful little purses. Spinach with feta is a classic combination&nbsp;and the addition of potato and golden wholemeal pastry make these pies a little&nbsp;more satisfying. Be creative and add your own touches, be it sweet&nbsp;Thai chilli sauce, garlic or even caraway seeds.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>Looking for more recipes to use your Allinson's Plain Wholemeal flour?&nbsp;Try our:&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/wholemeal-shortcrust-pastry">Wholemeal Shortcrust Pastry Recipe</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/coffee-shortbread">Wholemeal Coffee Shortbread with light nutty notes</a></li>
</ul>

Vegetable suet (shredded)

Baking potato(es) (small, peeled and cut into small chunks)

Spinach

Double cream

Feta cheese

Egg(s) (free range) (beaten)

Cheddar cheese

Pepper

Nutmeg (fresh, grated)

Egg(s) (free range)

Water

Try our delicious wholemeal spinach feta and potato pie recipe! Enjoy the golden pastry crust with a soft cheesey centre - perfect for any occasion! 

Wholemeal Spinach Feta and Potato Pie Recipe | How to make Feta and Spinach Pie

Wholemeal spinach, feta and potato pies

Great results start with the right ingredients. Whether you're exploring new flavours or sticking to your go-to favourites, our product range is here to support every recipe.

<h2>About our Allinson's Victoria Sponge</h2>
<p>Bring dependable baking quality to a timeless favourite with Allinson's Self-Raising White Flour. Expertly milled for a light texture and reliable rise, Allinson's Self-Raising flour helps you create soft, fluffy sponge layers with confidence, making every Victoria sponge feel effortlessly special for birthdays, afternoon tea or everyday baking alike.</p>
<p>Looking for a more chocolatey sweet treat – try our <a href="/recipes/wholemeal-chocolate-brownie">Wholemeal Chocolate Brownie Recipe</a>.</p>

Unsalted butter (softened)

Free range large eggs (at room temperature)

Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Extract

Allinson's Self-Raising White Flour

Baking Powder

Silver Spoon Icing Sugar

Unsalted softened butter

Strawberry jam

Strawberries

Bake a classic Victoria Sponge with Allinson's Self-Raising Flour for a light, fluffy sponge filled with jam, buttercream and fresh strawberries.

Allinson's Victoria Sponge | Bake with Allinson's self raising flour

Victoria Sponge

<h2>About our Allinson's Scones</h2>
<p>Bake up a batch of irresistibly light, golden scones with Allinson's White Self Raising Flour. Expertly milled for the perfect rise and a beautifully soft, fluffy texture.</p>
<p>Quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser, these classic scones are perfect fresh from the oven – split open and piled high with jam and clotted cream, or simply spread with butter.</p>
<p>Whether it's a weekend treat or an afternoon tea centrepiece, this is a timeless bake you'll come back to again and again.</p>
<p>Fancy a more fabulous fibrous swap just like this? Try our <a href="/recipes/wholemeal-banana-chocolate-muffins">Wholemeal Banana and Chocolate Muffins Recipe</a>.</p>

Allinson's White Self Raising Flour, plus extra for shaping

Baking powder

Butter (unsalted), cold and cut into cubes

Egg (small) or 2 tbsp milk for glazing

Bake classic scones with Allinson's Self-Raising Flour for a delicious treat, perfect served warm with jam, clotted cream or butter.

Allinson's Scones | Bake fresh scones with Allinson's self-raising flour

Scones

<h2>About our Allinson's Egg Custard Tart</h2>
<p>A creamy, comforting custard tart made with Allinson's Plain White Flour and finished with a delicate dusting of nutmeg – what's not to love?</p>
<p>This timeless classic pairs silky, rich custard with beautifully crisp, golden pastry for a truly irresistible treat.</p>
<p>Perfect for sharing, it's sure to have family and friends coming back for slice after slice.</p>
<p>Serve with fresh berries, a dollop of whipped cream, or simply enjoy on its own with a cup of tea or coffee.</p>

Allinson's plain white flour

Butter (chilled & cubed)

Egg yolk

Eggs

Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste

Bake a classic egg custard tart with Allinson's plain flour – a creamy dessert that's easy to make and perfect for sharing.

Allinson's Egg Custard Tart | Bake with Allinson's plain flour

Egg Custard Tart

<p>If you're craving that perfect homemade pizza but don't want to spend all day in the kitchen, the Allinson's easy pizza dough recipe is for you. It takes about 10 minutes of kneading by hand—just enough to feel like you're doing something—and then you let the dough do its thing.</p>
<p>Once the dough has proved, it's time for the fun part, roll it out or go full pro and give it a spin! Pile on your favourite toppings, pop it in the oven, and wait for that golden, crispy magic.</p>
<p>This pizza dough recipe makes up to 3 large pizzas, so there are plenty of slices to go around. Or you can make now, freeze and enjoy later.</p>
<h2><strong>What flour should I use?</strong></h2>
<p>When making pizza dough we use Allinson's Strong White Bread Flour. The higher gluten levels in the flour give a chewier, stretchy dough that once baked delivers the most flavourful, chewy, slightly crispy crust – pizza perfection!</p>
<h3>Can pizza dough be made in advance?</h3>
<p>Yes! Pizza dough can be made up to 4-5 days before baking - make sure you keep it in the fridge before using it, and allow it to come to room temperature before shaping it into your pizza bases.</p>
<h3>How do I knead pizza dough?</h3>
<p>It couldn't be easier to knead your pizza dough, even if you're new to making homemade pizza bases! Kneading the dough is a vital stage, as it develops the dough's gluten, giving the dough its chewy texture and structure.</p>
<p>To knead pizza dough, start by dusting your work surface with flour. Place the dough on the surface and press it down with the heel of your hand, pushing it away from you. Fold the dough back over itself, give it a quarter turn, and repeat the pressing motion. Continue this rhythm, adding flour as needed to prevent the dough from sticking.</p>
<p>Knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. To test if it's ready to bake, poke the dough with your finger; it should spring back.</p>
<h2>How to Store</h2>
<p>Your homemade pizza dough will last up to 4-5 days in the fridge or up to 3 months frozen. You should avoid leaving the dough at room temperature for too long as the surface of the dough may dry out. Lightly coat your dough with oil and wrap with plastic wrap or seal in an airtight container. When you're ready to use, allow it to come to room temperature before shaping the dough into your pizza bases (this could take up to 30 minutes). If freezing your dough, divide it into individual pizza sizes and oil each ball before wrapping tightly in plastic wrap and then popping in the freezer.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>Fancy taking your dough making skills to the next level?&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
  <li>Give our <a href="/recipes/copycat-pizza-express-dough-balls">copycat Pizza Express dough balls recipe</a> a try - delicious and garlic'y</li>
  <li>Whip up our delicious <a href="/recipes/sundried-tomato-bread">sundried tomato bread</a> in only an hour!</li>
</ul>
<h3>Reasons to make our pizza dough:</h3>
<p>⭐Rated five stars by our community of bakers</p>
<p>⭐Makes up to three large pizza bases</p>
<p>⭐Only uses six ingredients</p>

Homemade pizza on a circular wooden board next to some popcorn

Two homemade pizzas made with fresh pizza dough on a white tabletop

Cutting into a homemade margherita pizza using a pizza cutter

Allinson's Fast Action Yeast or Allinson's Time Saver Yeast

Make perfect homemade pizza dough with this easy recipe for up to 3 large pizzas! This versatile dough is perfect with simple ingredients for amazing results!

Pizza Dough Recipe | How to Make Pizza Dough

Pizza Dough Recipe

<p>Fancy dialling your lunch up a notch? Whether it's a Cheese Ploughman's or a grilled cheese toastie oozing with melted cheese, this white loaf recipe makes it easy for you to achieve a deli-style lunch in the comfort of your home.</p>
<p>Whether it's filling your home with the smell of freshly-baked bread, the the crackle as you slice into your loaf before slathering it with butter, or simply watching you family tuck into their gooey eggs and soldiers, there's so much to love about bread baking. We love using Allinson's Flour range for our bread recipes, as it's perfect for kneading newbies or bread fanatics.</p>
<h3>What are the 4 main ingredients in bread?</h3>
<p>The four main ingredients in our white bread recipe are flour, yeast, water, and salt.</p>
<p>If you like this recipe, you could try our french baguettes recipe – &nbsp;made using Allinson's strong bread white flour. They're crusty, crunchy and beautifully-golden!</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/french-baguettes">Crusty and golden french baguette</a></li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/sourdough-loaf">Chewy and tangy sourdough bread</a></li>
</ul>

Dipping a white bread soldier into a runny boiled egg

Fried egg sandwich made with fresh homemade white bread

Hand lifting a fried egg and cheese sandwich made with white bread

Spreading butter over slices of fresh homemade white bread

Butter (softened)

Our white bread recipe is simple to follow, and makes deliciously-soft white bread. It's perfect with soup or used for sandwiches. 

Classic White Bread Recipe | How to Bake White Bread

A cheese, tomato and basil sandwich made with our Classic White Bread Loaf recipe, alongside a bag of Allinson's Strong White bread flour.

White Bread Recipe

<p>Our wholemeal bread recipe is a simple and satisfying bake, and perfect for bakers who are new to making their own bread. It's soft, airy, and delicious, and perfect for sandwiches - or simply toasted with butter.</p>
<p>With just 7 ingredients and 6 steps in the process, our easy wholemeal bread recipe provides tips for baking success!</p>
<p>Our recipe for making wholemeal bread uses Allinson's Very Strong Wholemeal as its the ideal bread flour to create a delicious wholemeal dough. Whilst you can substitute white bread flour and wholemeal bread flour like for like when it comes to quantities in a recipe, it is worth noting that wholemeal bread tends to give a slightly denser and moist texture with a little less rise and springiness. This is due to the bran in the flour reducing the effectiveness of the gluten. Nevertheless, we guarantee that you will have a super tasty loaf - evidenced by the 5* reviews from happy bakers.</p>
<h2>How to Store&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Once you've baked your wholemeal bread, it's best to store it by wrapping it in a paper bag, beeswax wrap, clean kitchen towel, plastic bread bag then place in a bread box where it will stay fresh for up to a week at room temperature. Make sure you allow the loaf to cool down completely before storing, as trapping heat will create condensation and lead to soggy bread which could mold quicker. If freezing your loaf, ensure to freeze as soon as possible to keep your bread fresher for longer.</p>
<h3>Reasons to bake our wholemeal bread recipe:</h3>
<p>⭐Perfect for novice bakers&nbsp;</p>
<p>⭐Doesn't need a bread maker</p>
<p>⭐Keeps for up to a week in a bread bin</p>
<h2>Variations</h2>
<p>If you loved our wholemeal bread recipe, try out our other top rated bread recipes below that will not disappoint!</p>
<h3>White Bread Recipe</h3>
<p>Our highly rated&nbsp;<a href="/recipes/classic-white-bread-loaf">White Bread Recipe</a>&nbsp;will dial your lunch up a notch! Perfect for kneading newbies or bread fanatics.</p>
<h3>Sourdough Bread Recipe</h3>
<p>Try our&nbsp;<a href="/recipes/sourdough-loaf">Sourdough Bread Recipe</a>&nbsp;by talented home economist and home stylist, Jill Weatherburn and make a delicious sourdough with just 4 ingredients!</p>

Loaf of wholemeal bread with slices infront of it.

Hands kneading dough beside yeast packet 

Avocado and egg on toast on a white plate. Chopped avocado in background

BLT sandwich on wholemeal bread on a white plate 

Butter (melted)

Billington's light muscovado sugar

Learn how to make delicious wholemeal bread with this easy step by step recipe. Perfect for a hearty, homemade loaf with rich flavours and a wholesome texture.

Wholemeal Bread Recipe | How to Make a Wholemeal Loaf

A loaf of wholemeal bread with some slices cut off and laying flat on the surface next to a bag of Allinson's very strong wholemeal bread flour.

Wholemeal Bread Recipe

<p>Our farmhouse bread recipe makes one delicious loaf and serves around 8 people. If you're looking to make several loaves, just multiply the ingredients by two.</p>
<p>We made our delicious farmhouse bread using Allinson's country grain bread flour. If you're a fan of this farmhouse bread recipe, you should also be baking our <a href="/recipes/chunky-walnut-bread">chunky walnut bread recipe</a>.</p>
<h3>What is a farmhouse loaf?</h3>
<p>A farmhouse load is a traditional type of bread that's baked in a tin. This gives the loaf a unique curved sides and top.</p>
<h3>How should I eat a farmhouse loaf?</h3>
<p>This farmhouse loaf is a warming and hearty recipe. It's great toasted or served fresh with lashings of butter or raspberry jam. It also makes delicious, soft bread for sandwiches.</p>
<h3>How is a farmhouse loaf different to normal bread?</h3>
<p>A farmhouse loaf is rustic and traditionally made. This results in denser bread than plain white bread, with tasty chewy crusts.</p>
<h2>Substitutions and Variations</h2>
<p>If you enjoyed baking this Farmhouse Country Grain Loaf recipe, then try out more of our highly rated bread recipes:</p>
<ul>
  <li><a href="/recipes/classic-white-bread-loaf">Classic white bread recipe</a>&nbsp;- "Love this recipe and the only one I use. Perfect bread every time."</li>
  <li><a href="/recipes/wholemeal-bread">Easy wholemeal bread recipe</a>- "Made my first loaf of bread using this recipe and I'll never go back!"</li>
</ul>

Farmhouse Country Grain Loaf sliced up on a serving board, with chopped salad garnished around it

Image shot from above of a loaf of bread with a couple of slices laid flat down, with cucumber and tomato scattered around.

Top view of Farmhouse Country Grain Loaf sliced on a serving board. A hand is buttering a slice with a knife, surrounded by garnishes of salad

Allinson's country grain bread flour

Bake a hearty farmhouse country grain loaf with our easy recipe. Enjoy a rustic, chewy crust and soft center – perfect for toast, sandwiches or buttered slices.

Farmhouse Country Grain Bread Recipe | How to Make Country Grain Loaf

Farmhouse Country Grain Loaf Recipe

<p>You might know how to make a Yorkshire Pudding, but do you have a Yorkshire Pudding recipe that makes your puds rise higher than before? Well, you do now.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Why is ours the best Yorkshire pudding recipe? Our secret is we use Allinson's Strong White Bread Flour for fluffy, practically-perfect Yorkshire puddings. Its higher protein content leads to a higher rise, lifting your Yorkies to new heights.</p>
<p>These Yorkshire puddings are the perfect accompaniment to a roast dinner; filled with sausages for a Toad in the Hole or even can be made into dinky versions for fancy party canapes.</p>
<p>This recipe has been created by the talented, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.jillweatherburn.co.uk/">Jill Weatherburn</a> who is a food stylist, recipe developer, food consultant with over 30 years experience in the home economist industry.</p>
<h3>What type of tin should I use for my Yorkshire Puddings?&nbsp;</h3>
<p>The main difference between a Yorkshire pudding tin and a muffin baking tin lies in the <strong>size and depth of the cavities</strong>:</p>
<ul>
  <li><strong>Yorkshire Pudding Tin:</strong> Typically features fewer, larger, and shallower holes, designed to allow the batter to spread and rise, creating wide and airy puddings. Commonly, these tins have 4-6 cavities. The diameter of each hole is usually larger, around <strong>10 cm (4 inches)</strong>, with a depth of about <strong>2.5 cm (1 inch)</strong>.</li>
  <li><strong>Muffin Baking Tin:</strong> Has smaller, deeper cavities and is used for denser bakes like cupcakes or muffins. A standard muffin tin has 6-12 holes, with each cavity measuring around <strong>6-7 cm (2.5-3 inches)</strong> in diameter and <strong>3.5-4 cm (1.5-1.75 inches)</strong> deep.</li>
</ul>
<p>Using the correct tin is essential for achieving the desired shape and texture. Yorkshire pudding tins are ideal for light and crispy puddings, while muffin tins work for smaller, thicker versions.</p>
<h3>How much batter should I add to each hole in my Yorkshire Pudding baking tins?</h3>
<p>The amount of batter to add per hole in a Yorkshire pudding tin depends on the size of the tin:</p>
<ul>
  <li><strong>Standard Muffin Tin (6-12 holes):</strong> Fill each hole about <strong>1/3 to 1/2 full</strong>. This allows enough space for the batter to rise and create the signature puffed shape.</li>
  <li><strong>Larger Yorkshire Pudding Tin (4 holes):</strong> Use slightly more batter, filling each hole about <strong>halfway</strong>, ensuring a good rise without overflowing.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What is the secret to making Yorkshire puddings rise?</h3>
<p>The secret to making Yorkshire puddings rise lies in a few key techniques:</p>
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  <li><strong>Sizzling Hot Oil:</strong>&nbsp;Ensure the oil in your tins is sizzling hot before pouring in the batter. This immediate heat creates steam, which helps the puddings puff up.</li>
  <li><strong>Smooth, Well-Rested Batter:</strong>&nbsp;Whisk the batter until smooth and leave it to rest for at least 30 minutes. This helps relax the gluten and incorporate air for a better rise.</li>
  <li><strong>High Oven Temperature:</strong>&nbsp;Bake at a high temperature (around 220–230°C) to generate the intense heat needed for rising. Avoid opening the oven door during cooking, as this can cause them to deflate.</li>
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<p>Following these tips will help you achieve tall, golden, and airy Yorkshire puddings every time.</p>
<h3>Why Bake Our Yorkshire Pudding Recipe?&nbsp;</h3>
<p>⭐Quick and Easy</p>
<p>⭐Tried and tested</p>
<p>⭐Strong white bread flour results in crispier puds</p>

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Yorkshire Pudding

<p>Sourdough bread is delicious, with a soft inside and chewy, slightly tangy crusts. Now you can make it yourself with this recipe. First you'll need to make your <a data-item-id="d4746239-a760-52a7-8d50-9d0e075ecdb8" href="/recipes/sourdough-starter">sourdough starter</a> which takes around 7 days to develop.</p>
<p>We'd recommend using Allinson's Strong White Bread Flour for this recipe because the high protein levels provide extra structure and support meaning you get a good rise and chewy texture.</p>
<p>This recipe has recently been refreshed and improved by the talented Jill Weatherburn. Jill Weatherburn is a food stylist, recipe developer, food consultant with over 30 years experience in the home economist industry.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Whilst sourdough bread takes time and patience, it all pays off in the flavour of your bread, making it worth the wait - we promise!&nbsp;</p>
<h3>What is sourdough bread?</h3>
<p>Sourdough is a type of bread made using fermented flour and wild yeast. Because of this, it contains lots of good bacteria and results in a tangy flavour and nice, chewy texture.</p>
<h3>What is the secret to making good sourdough bread?</h3>
<p>Every sourdough bread recipe starts with the same ingredient – patience. Trust the process and don't try to hurry your starter along. Good quality flour makes all the difference, and we recommend using&nbsp;Allinson's Strong White Bread Flour because the high protein levels provide extra structure and support meaning you get a good rise and chewy texture.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<h3>Why is my sourdough bread not rising?&nbsp;</h3>
<p>If your sourdough bread isn't rising, it's most likely an issue with your sourdough starter recipe. You could also try cooking your sourdough in a Dutch oven or add a tray of hot water to the oven as the extra steam helps the crust stay soft. &nbsp;</p>
<h3>Is sourdough bread better for you than bread?</h3>
<p>Sourdough bread is generally considered healthier than regular white bread for reasons such as:&nbsp;</p>
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  <li>Sourdough's fermentation process means that sourdough can have a lower impact on blood sugar levels than its standard bread equivalent, causing them to rise more slowly therefore could be a better choice for people with diabetes</li>
  <li>The fermentation process of sourdough results in the breakdown of proteins (including gluten), making sourdough easier to digest for some</li>
  <li>By making your own sourdough bread you can ensure no artificial additives are added such as emulsifiers, preservatives or enzymes which are often found in commercially produced breads</li>
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<h3>How to Store</h3>
<p>There are a few ways you can store your sourdough, but before storing - ensure it has cooled completely. Sourdough bread is best stored at room temperature in a dry place such a breadbox, wrapped in parchment paper, plastic bread bags or a cotton bag. This allows for air circulation whilst preventing moisture build up and your loaf can last up to 3 days. Putting your sourdough in the refrigerator is generally not recommended as it will dry out your sourdough and it will go hard quickly. For longer term storage, you can freeze your whole loaf or individual slices by wrapping them tightly in a freezer bag.</p>

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Master the art of sourdough with our easy-to-follow recipe. Learn how to create an airy loaf with a crisp crust using flour, water, and natural fermentation.

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