Leonel Maxlhaieie

Leonel Maxlhaieie

@leothebaker

Subscribe 😉 I wake at 2AM to bake fresh bread and pastries from my tiny micro bakery. From car boot pop-ups to sold-out queues, I share the real journey of building a bakery from scratch — the bakes, the stories, and the people. Subscribe to follow my journey, learn the craft, and see what it takes to rise as a baker. 👉 Join the Micro Bakery Blueprint waitlist: https://mailchi.mp/319e4f62dc6b/t9n6rlhcbc

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Knots and Kneads: Mastering the Art of the Perfect Dough Shape
Techniques
Knots and Kneads: Mastering the Art of the Perfect Dough Shape

Whether you're tackling a sweet cinnamon bun or a rustic sourdough boule, understanding dough tension is key. We'll break down the simple folding techniques that make all the difference.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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The Secret to Elastic Loaves: Mastering Inclusions and the Stretch & Fold
Techniques
The Secret to Elastic Loaves: Mastering Inclusions and the Stretch & Fold

Baking seasonal loaves with fruit and zest requires more than just mixing; we’re going to look at the process of building structure around those beautiful inclusions.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
3 min
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The Quiet Work: When the Hunt Becomes More Than Just a Tag
Stories
The Quiet Work: When the Hunt Becomes More Than Just a Tag

Sometimes the hardest part of the hunt isn't the shot; it's the patience, the scouting, and the understanding that the preparation is the true reward.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Hunters
4 min
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From the Backcountry to the Bakery: Finding Community in Mozambique
Culture
From the Backcountry to the Bakery: Finding Community in Mozambique

Whether you're overlanding to a BLM spot or baking with a sourdough starter, true adventure is always about the people and the traditions we gather around.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Adventurers
4 min
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The 30-Minute Miracle: Why Your Sourdough Needs a Cold Nap
Techniques
The 30-Minute Miracle: Why Your Sourdough Needs a Cold Nap

Mastering the cold rest is key to handling delicate doughs. We're breaking down why letting your starter and dough chill out makes all the difference in the final loaf structure.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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Making the Bake More Manageable: Gear and Efficiency for the Solo Baker
Equipment
Making the Bake More Manageable: Gear and Efficiency for the Solo Baker

Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of baking? We're taking a deep dive into the tools that help us manage big batches without losing the joy of the craft.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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The Secret to Sticky Buns: Why Cold Proofing is Your Best Friend
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The Secret to Sticky Buns: Why Cold Proofing is Your Best Friend

Don't throw those cinnamon buns out just because they're waiting. We're diving into the magic of overnight refrigeration and how it elevates your next loaf.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
Stop Kneading! How to Build Dough Strength with the Coil Fold
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Stop Kneading! How to Build Dough Strength with the Coil Fold

Tired of aching arms? We're showing you how to get incredible oven spring and crumb structure using gentle folds instead of brute-force kneading.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
The Secret to a Perfect Rise: Mastering the Bun Shape
Techniques
The Secret to a Perfect Rise: Mastering the Bun Shape

Don't just fold, friend. Learn the technique behind shaping buns so they hold their structure and rise beautifully.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
3 min
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The Secret of the Flaky Fold: Mastering Lamination Like a Pro
Techniques
The Secret of the Flaky Fold: Mastering Lamination Like a Pro

Puff pastry might seem far from sourdough, but understanding lamination is key to mastering structure—a principle vital for every great loaf.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
Boosting Your Loaf: Understanding the Gentle Power of Coil Folds
Techniques
Boosting Your Loaf: Understanding the Gentle Power of Coil Folds

Struggling with dough that feels a bit floppy? Coil folds are a simple, powerful technique to build structure and strength during bulk fermentation, making your next loaf sing.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
The biggest hurdle isn't the dough: Overcoming the Fear of Failure in Baking
Culture
The biggest hurdle isn't the dough: Overcoming the Fear of Failure in Baking

If fear is holding you back from mixing that perfect starter, this post is for you. We're talking about the mindset, not the kneading.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
Beyond the Loaf: Using Your Air Fryer to Perfect Festive Bread Details
Equipment
Beyond the Loaf: Using Your Air Fryer to Perfect Festive Bread Details

The air fryer is a handy tool, but here’s how to use its precision heat to enhance your festive baking decorations and small rolls.

Leonel Maxlhaieie
Leonel Maxlhaieie
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
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