Bread flour

High-protein wheat flour (12–14% protein) that develops strong gluten networks, giving yeasted breads a chewy structure and good rise. Also makes pizza dough stretch without tearing.

Bread flour

Used for

  • bread
  • pizza dough
  • bagels
  • rolls

In the kitchen

  • knead to develop gluten
  • autolyse

Picking it at the store

  • King Arthur Bread Flour is reliable and widely available
  • Whole wheat bread flour works but produces denser loaves

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