AP vs Bread Flour: Would there be a difference in texture if I used the Bread flour instead of AP flour? Thank you :)

Question

IHG · Answer

Thank you :) I'll give it a go in couple of days - when the starter is ready :)

Maurizio L. · Answer

There's a fair measure of oil in this dough so the water needed to be reduced!

IHG · Answer

Ok - I'll try with AP flour, as written. I've noticed that the hydration is rather low compared to your other recipes. Would there be less oven spring/holes?

PaneToscano · Answer

Bread flour will make it firmer, because of the higher gluten content.

Maurizio L. · Answer

I find with AP my bread typically turns out more tender and a little softer. Bread flour is totally fine to use, of course, but it might have a chewier texture depending on how much you use.

SillyBee · Answer

Bread Flour has more protein than All Purpose Flour. The higher protein gives the bread a more stable rise, structure to the holes in the middle (aka, the crumb) and a better chew. However you can make bread with AP Flour and it may turn out quite delicious, but the texture will be somewhat different.

AP vs Bread Flour: Would there be a difference in texture if I used the Bread flour instead of AP flour? Thank you :)

6 Comments

Popular on Food52