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Enamelled Cast Iron Dutch Oven for Sourdough

Enamelled Cast Iron Dutch Oven for Sourdough

Cast Iron Bread Oven • 25cm • Shallow Base for Easy Scoring

$160.65
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The cactus bread dutch oven combines a shallow, open base for effortless scoring with a tall domed lid that traps steam, delivering a strong, beautiful oven spring every time.

  • Safer, Easier Scoring: The low-profile base gives 360° access to your dough. No more reaching into a deep, scorching-hot dish.
  • Better Oven Spring: The high-dome lid traps natural moisture, creating the humid environment required for a blistered crust and open crumb.
  • Enamelled, Not Bare Iron: The ultra-durable matte black interior withstands intense heat and requires no seasoning.

Dimensions

Dough Capacity: Fits 0.45–0.9 kg loaves (approx. 500–900g dough).

Weight: 5.3 kg

Diameter: 25 cm

Total Length: 32.5 cm (with handles)

Base Depth: 5 cm

Lid Height: 9.7 cm (excluding knob)

Non-Toxic & Safe

Just Iron and Glass.
Forget coating layers that degrade. Our cookware uses a premium enamel finish—essentially glass bonded to the iron core.
It acts as a stable, non-toxic barrier, meaning your food never touches raw metal. It’s completely non-reactive (safe for acidic foods like tomatoes or sourdough starter) and ready for the oven.

Free from:

  • PFAS, PFOA, & PTFE
  • Lead & Cadmium

Use & Care

Low and Slow (Stovetop)
Cast iron holds heat incredibly well, so you rarely need to blast it on the stove. Stick to low or medium heat to prevent food from sticking and to protect the enamel.
(Note: High heat is perfectly fine in the oven for baking!)

The Right Tools
Keep the enamel finish looking fresh by using wood or silicone utensils. Metal tools can scratch the glass surface over time, so it's best to avoid them.

Easy Cleaning
A quick hand wash with warm soapy water keeps it shining. The enamel releases food easily, but if something gets stuck, just let it soak for 15 minutes before washing. No aggressive scrubbing needed.

Oven Ready
Your cookware is built for baking. It is oven-safe up to 260°C (500°F), making it compatible with almost any sourdough or roast recipe.

Avoid Thermal Shock
Enamel hates sudden temperature changes. Never plunge a hot pot straight into cold water. Let it cool down on the bench gradually before washing.

Delivery & Returns

Fast & Free Delivery

  • Ships from Auckland: No international wait times. Stock is local and ready to go.
  • Fast Dispatch: Typical delivery is 1–3 working days (allow extra for South Island/Rural).
  • Always Free: Free shipping nationwide, including Rural Delivery.

Zero-Hassle Returns

  • 30-Day Window: Decide if it's right for you within 30 days of delivery.
  • Refunds: Full refund available for items returned in unused, original condition.
  • Damaged: If it arrives chipped or broken, do not return it. Just email us a photo and we’ll replace it immediately.

12-Month Warranty

If your cookware develops chipping, cracking, or flaking due to a manufacturing defect within 12 months, we’ll issue a full refund—hassle-free. Learn More.

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Why You'll Love It

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    Countertop Art

    Too beautiful to hide in a cupboard. Featuring a unique embossed cactus relief, this piece is designed to live on your hob as a stunning statement piece, even when you aren't baking.

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    Perfect Crusts, Every Time

    The tall domed lid traps steam to create a professional bakery environment at home. Expect a magnificent oven spring, a thin, blistered crust and a perfectly open crumb with every loaf.

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    Zero-Fuss Enamel

    Our premium matte black enamelled interior is free from PFOA and lead. It handles extreme heat with no seasoning required—naturally resisting stains and rust for a lifetime of healthy baking.

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Enamel Coating

Triple-Layer (Chip Resistant)

Triple-Layer

Synthetic / PTFE

Materials

No PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, Lead or Cadmium

Typically enamel-based

PTFE-based coating

Heat Tolerance

Up to 260°C (Oven Safe)

Up to 260°C

Usually lower heat limits

Maintenance

Zero Seasoning Needed

Zero Seasoning Needed

Hand wash only / Delicate

Warranty

12-Month "Cook Happy" Guarantee

Varies by brand

Limited warranty

FAQs

  • What size loaf can I bake in this bread oven?

    This bread oven is sized for the kind of loaves most people actually bake at home. It comfortably fits round sourdoughs in the 500g to 900g range, which covers classic country loaves, everyday sourdough, and no-knead recipes. The interior is 25 cm across, giving your dough plenty of room for a great oven spring without spreading into a flat pancake.

  • How is this different from using a regular Dutch oven?

    A standard Dutch oven (or deep casserole) has a deep base and a shallow lid. This bread oven flips that: the base is shallow, and the lid is a tall dome (cloche). This makes it infinitely easier to place, score, and lift out your loaf without burning your wrists on scorching-hot sides. Plus, when you remove the lid, the loaf is fully exposed to brown faster and more evenly. You get the same cast iron heat and steam, just in a shape designed for bread instead of stews.

  • Do I need to preheat the bread oven?

    Yes, you’ll get the best rise and crust if both the base and lid are preheated. Slide the empty bread oven into your oven while it heats up, then load your dough onto the hot base, score it, and cover it with the domed lid. The intensely hot cast iron and trapped steam force your loaf to spring up instead of spreading out. While you can just preheat the lid and use a cold base for a gentler bake, a fully preheated set delivers the most dramatic results.

  • Will the bottom of my bread burn in cast iron?

    Cast iron holds a lot of heat, so the bottom of your loaf can brown quickly if your oven runs hot or your rack is too low. If the base of your bread is getting darker than you'd like, try moving it to a slightly higher rack, dropping the oven temperature a fraction, or sliding a standard baking tray onto the rack directly underneath as a heat shield. Using a piece of baking paper under your loaf also helps protect the bottom crust while still letting it crisp up perfectly.

  • Will my bread stick? Do I need baking paper?

    Our matte enamelled interior is designed to build a natural patina over time, but it’s not a chemical non-stick coating. For the absolute easiest experience—especially with high-hydration, sticky sourdough—we highly recommend placing your loaf on a piece of baking paper. You can bake directly on the cast iron with a good dusting of flour or semolina, but baking paper is the surest, zero-fuss bet.

  • Can I use it for no-knead bread and other recipes I already love?

    Absolutely. Any round loaf recipe designed for a standard 4L to 4.7L Dutch oven will work perfectly in this bread oven. Just stick to the temperatures and timings you already use, and treat the domed lid exactly like the lid of your usual heavy pot. As long as your recipe calls for roughly 500g to 900g of dough, you’re in the sweet spot.

  • Can I cook other things in it, or is it only for bread?

    Bread is where it truly shines, but the shallow base is fantastic on its own for roasting vegetables, a small chicken, or fish, as well as for potato bakes or fruit crumbles. You can use the domed lid during the first half of the cook to lock in moisture, then remove it to crisp things up. That said, if you’re making large batches of soup or slow-cooked stews, a deep casserole is still your best tool. Think of this cloche as your dedicated bread and roasting specialist.

  • Is it heavy and easy to handle?

    The bread oven weighs 5.3 kg. It has that reassuring, solid cast iron feel, but it’s actually lighter to maneuver than many heavy-duty deep casseroles. The shallow base and wide side handles are specifically designed so you can slide it in and out of the oven easily with thick oven mitts. In practice, most bakers just leave the base on the oven rack and only lift the domed lid on and off—meaning you never have to lug a blazing-hot, heavy pot across the kitchen.

  • Do I need to season it, and is the enamel safe?

    There is absolutely zero seasoning required. The interior is coated in a matte black enamel, not bare iron, so it won’t rust when you wash it with warm, soapy water (just make sure to dry it thoroughly). This enamelled surface is completely food-safe and non-reactive. You can bake with wet, highly hydrated, or acidic sourdough starters without ever worrying about off flavours or tedious maintenance.