Proofer Fermenter & Slow Cooker
How to access this tool
Drop-in use
Drop into the workshop during our opening hours to use this tool, but ask a technician if you need any training first.
Key information
Green tools are our general-use tools. These have either been demonstrated or explained in your New Member Induction, or are safe for use after a demonstration by a technician. Always ask a member of staff before using any green tools for the first time, or if you are not sure how to use these safely.
The foldable chamber creates a gentle and consistent environment, proofing or keeping food warm with radiant heat rising from the aluminium base plate, with the option of a water tray to provide humidity of 60-80%.
Digital temperature controls provide proofing/fermenting settings from 21–49° C, with a thermostat stabilising the heat within a few degrees, making this tool more consistent than yogurt makers, dehydrators, or low setting on ovens, and can be used continuously if needed for a very low energy/cost output. Slow cooker mode can keep food cooking up to 90° C.
What can I use this tool for?
This tool can provide controllable low-temperature warmth for all sorts of applications in three modes:
- Proofer Mode – Dry: fermenting yogurt and other dairy products, tempering chocolate, culturing tempeh or natto.
- Proofer Mode – Humid: rising or fermenting yeasted doughs or sourdough bread without the need for covering it, or for fermenting applications that require humidity e.g. koji
- Slow Cooker Mode: traditional slow cooking, roasted black garlic, and sous vide cooking
What training do I need to use this tool?
Green tools are our general-use tools. These have either been demonstrated or explained in your New Member Induction, or are safe for use after a demonstration by a technician. Always ask a member of staff before using any green tools for the first time, or if you are not sure how to use these safely.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Proofing/fermenting temp range | 21-49º C |
| Slow cooking temp range | 21-90º C |
| Interior (without lid) | 380w x 320d x 200h mm (215h without rack) |