A beautifully baked pumpkin shaped artisan bread, golden brown with a rustic flour dusting on its scored surface, featuring a real cinnamon stick as a stem and a few fresh sage leaves. The bread is positioned on a white linen cloth, which rests on the brand's wooden cutting board, with natural morning light creating soft shadows. The background hints at a clean, tidy kitchen with marble countertops and fresh herbs visible in soft focus. No hands or people.

Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread: Your Fall Baking Centerpiece

ByMaya
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A static shot of a freshly baked pumpkin shaped artisan bread from a slightly elevated side angle, showcasing its beautifully golden-brown, flour-dusted crust and distinct pumpkin scoring. A cinnamon stick is inserted as the stem, accompanied by a few vibrant fresh sage leaves. The bread sits on a white linen cloth, placed on the brand's wooden cutting board, bathed in natural morning light with soft shadows. The background includes glimpses of marble countertops and a soft blur of fresh herbs. No hands or people.

Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread

Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread – Oh, the glorious feeling when autumn’s gentle chill ushers in that special kind of kitchen magic! It’s more than just the warmth radiating from the oven; it’s the sheer delight of creating something beautiful with your own hands, and there’s truly nothing quite like pulling a homemade Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread from the oven. That intoxicating aroma of yeast, flour, and a hint of a crisp fall breeze wafting through the house immediately wraps you in a cozy, comforting hug, turning your space into an instant autumnal haven.

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For me, seeing that perfectly golden, pumpkin-shaped loaf, its intricate scoring a testament to joyful effort, instantly conjures cherished memories of golden afternoons, shared laughter, and heartwarming gatherings. This isn’t just a delicious addition to your fall table; it’s a heartfelt statement piece, reflecting the artistry found in life’s simple pleasures, much like the delicate beauty and craftsmanship involved in making a snowflake bread for the winter months. The undeniable delight of a rustic crust giving way to a tender, airy interior is just one part of the journey; what truly makes this bread special is the profound joy of sharing something so uniquely beautiful, so lovingly made, with those you hold dear.

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Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread: Your Fall Baking Centerpiece

Recipe by MayaCourse: BreadsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

This rustic Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread is a showstopper for fall gatherings, featuring a perfectly scored crust, a tender crumb, and a delightful cinnamon ‘stem’ for that extra festive touch. It’s surprisingly simple to achieve this beautiful look!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast

  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water (105-115°F)

  • 1-2 cinnamon sticks, for garnish

  • Fresh sage leaves, for garnish (optional)

  • Kitchen twine or heat-safe string

Directions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and instant yeast. Add the warm water and mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms. Do not overmix. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours, or until doubled in size and bubbly.
  • Lightly flour a clean surface. Gently scrape the dough out of the bowl onto the floured surface. Fold the dough over itself a few times to create a rough ball shape, using minimal flour. Avoid deflating the dough too much.
  • Prepare your baking vessel (Dutch oven, heavy pot with lid, or baking stone). Place a piece of parchment paper inside, making it easy to transfer the dough.
  • Cut 6-8 pieces of kitchen twine, each about 18-24 inches long. Lay them out on your floured surface in a starburst pattern. Place your dough ball in the center of the twine. Bring the ends of the twine up and tie them loosely over the top of the dough, creating sections like a pumpkin. Do not tie too tightly, as the bread needs room to expand.
  • Carefully lift the dough by the parchment paper and twine, and place it into your prepared baking vessel. Cover with the lid.
  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with the covered baking vessel inside for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the hot baking vessel from the oven. Carefully lower the dough into the preheated vessel. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and continue to bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is deeply golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200-210°F (93-99°C).
  • Carefully remove the bread from the Dutch oven using the parchment paper. Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool enough to handle, carefully snip and remove the kitchen twine. Insert a cinnamon stick into the top center for the ‘stem’ and add a few fresh sage leaves for garnish.
  • Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your beautiful, homemade Pumpkin Shaped Artisan Bread!

Notes

    • The Looser the Better: When tying the kitchen twine around the dough, resist the urge to pull it too tight. The dough needs space to rise and expand, and a little looseness ensures a more organic, rustic pumpkin shape. If it’s too tight, you risk indentations that are too deep or the twine cutting into the bread.
    • Embrace the Imperfections: Artisan bread is all about character! Don’t stress if your pumpkin shape isn’t perfectly symmetrical or if the scoring isn’t exactly even. The beauty of homemade bread lies in its unique, rustic charm. Each loaf tells a story, and yours will be perfectly unique.
    • Cool Completely Before Slicing: I know, I know, it’s hard to wait when your kitchen smells incredible! But letting your artisan bread cool completely on a wire rack is crucial. This allows the internal structure to set, preventing a gummy texture and ensuring those beautiful slices you’re dreaming of. Plus, it makes removing the twine much easier!

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