Round rattan proofing basket – small or large

Woven from rattan. Imprinted into the crust.

Most people start baking sourdough at home through trial and error; those first loaves often proof in a bowl covered with a tea towel. They look decent enough. But they lack the shape, the strength, and that signature pattern on the crust that says: this bread was baked by someone who knows what they’re doing. The proofing basket changed all that.

Mari chose this specific proofing basket because it delivers exactly what she expects: the right shape, the right material, and a result you can see even before you slice into the bread.

Rattan wicker wicks moisture away from the surface of the dough during proofing. That is the key. A drier surface means a sharper score, a more dramatic bloom in the oven, and a crust that truly crunches. Plastic baskets trap moisture, causing the dough to sweat and flatten out once flipped. A rattan basket works *with* the dough, not against it.

The small round rattan proofing basket (23 cm diameter) is the ideal choice for home and artisanal baking of loaves weighing around 600 to 750 grams. Its traditional shape encourages even rising and ensures a beautiful rustic look. It includes a fabric liner, which you can use either as a lining or to cover the dough to prevent it from drying out. The large round proofing basket can hold up to 900 g of dough.

Why you'll love it:

– Natural material and hand-woven rattan promote dough breathability

– Includes a washable fabric liner for both lining and covering the dough

– Helps maintain the shape and structure of the dough during proofing

– Suitable for both sourdough and yeast-based doughs