The Brod & Taylor Dough Proofer makes wholesome, made-from-scratch baking easier than ever with
an optimum proofing environment plus easy storage. Set it lower for a longer “cool rise” or turn up the
heat to give your yeast a boost on a cold winter day. A large window gives you a full view of the spacious
interior where your largest bowl or full sized loaves fit easily. There’s no need to cover your dough
as the included water tray keeps humidity at an optimum level.
The innovative Brod and Taylor folding bread proofer accurately maintains the temperature you set, in
the range of 70–195°F (21–90C), in five degree increments. Its cabinet is built of super tough reinforced
polypropylene with a clear viewing window. The stainless steel wire rack, power cord and all other parts
fit inside the proofer when folded. Inside dimensions are 14.75” x 12.5” x 8.75” high. Outside dimensions
are (open): 18” x 14.5” x 10.5” high and (closed): 18” x 14.5” x 2.75” high, so it stores very easily.
Included with the Brod and Taylor Bread Proofer & Slow Cooker is a 55-page booklet with recipes
for yeast breads, sourdough, yogurt, butter, cheese, kefir, kombucha, tempeh, and slow-cooker recipes
like chuck roast, pulled pork and caramelized "black" garlic.
Pizza dough... artisan sourdough... yogurt... the Brod and Taylor dough proofing box provides a warm,
humid environment for more consistent results with rising yeast dough recipes. These include organic
whole grain recipes, made-from-scratch bread loaves, pastries, gluten-free yeast bread recipes, soft
pretzels, doughnuts, focaccia, cinnamon rolls, and croissants, to name a few. The Brød and Taylor bread
proofer is also the ultimate yogurt maker, developing perfect yogurt in either one large, or several
smaller containers. Nothing's easier than making delicious yogurt at home with this machine.
In addition to its outstanding core performance as a dough proofer, this versatile Brod and Taylor product
is also a slow cooker, yogurt maker, hot plate and more!
Brod and Taylor's innovative bread proofing box is a multi-use kitchen tool ideal for home bread bakers—or
anyone with an appreciation for scratch recipes, organic cooking and wholesome ingredients. Designed
as the ultimate solution for rising yeast dough, the proofer’s consistent low-heat also works as a yogurt
maker, chocolate tempering machine, bread crisper, plate warmer and more.
When your bread's been finished, your Brod and Taylor proofer is the ideal bread warmer, keeping it
at perfect serving temperature. One elegant, easy-storing appliance does it all, conveniently and efficiently.
It’s a great new tool for any kitchen where homemade baking is enjoyed, and it has really taken off among
our customers at Pleasant Hill Grain.
The Brod and Taylor bread proofer now has a slow cooker mode! In slow cooker mode, temperatures may
be set between 85–195°F (29–90C), in five degree increments. For slow cooking recipes that recommend
a low setting in traditional slow cookers, set the temperature to the maximum setting of 195°F. Always
use a lid on the pot when slow cooking. The rack and water tray are not used when slow cooking. For best
results, use a heavy duty Dutch oven or stock pot with a tight fitting lid. Maximum dimensions for a
slow cooker pot are 11.5" diameter and 8.75" high, including handles and lid.
One of the things we like most about the Brod and Taylor bread proofer is the toughness of its construction.
Between the details of the design and the quality of its materials, our experience—after an extended
period of offering this product—is that breakage is a non-issue. It assembles very quickly, feels solid,
and truly is a rugged, reliable performer. We've used one in the PHG test kitchen for years and endorse
it enthusiastically.
Michael Taylor, an engineer and longtime bread baker, is well acquainted with the homespun solutions
bakers have tried in search of a more controlled dough rise. An inventor at heart, Taylor saw a real
problem that needed a remedy. Home bakers needed a tool that offered the confidence and convenience of
a professional proofer in an affordable, versatile, space-saving design. After years of careful research
and testing he created the world’s first folding home proofer, and it's truly an outstanding product.
Cook's Illustrated recommends the Brod and Taylor folding proofer, finding that it performs well and
is easy to use and clean.