Step 1

Add the flour to a mixing bowl with the yeast and salt and mix together.

Step 2

Dissolve the maple syrup in the warm water and then add to the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Mix – don’t knead – until you have a sticky well combined dough.

Step 4

Transfer to a greased 9×5 loaf pan. You can also line the bottom with parchment paper if you think there will be any chance of it sticking.

Step 5

Cover and leave to rise for 20 minutes.

Step 6

While the dough is rising, preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).

Step 7

After 20 minutes when the dough has risen, bake in the oven for 40 minutes.

Step 8

Absolutely BEST when fresh, but will keep for a day or two in a closed container. After which you can make the most delicious toast.