Crust & Shape

From a pale and rubbery exterior to an excessively hard bottom crust or an explosive, misshapen burst, how your loaf looks on the outside tells a story. Learn how to control steam, master your scoring technique, fix misshapen loaves, and manage oven temperatures to secure that coveted artisan ear and a shatteringly crisp crust.

Not sure which symptom is yours? Try the visual What’s Wrong With My Loaf? guide – match it to the fix in one click.