September 27, 2010 - 6:36am
Converting white bread recipe to whole wheat
Hello Everyone!
I'm attempting to make a 50% whole wheat loaf by adjusting the first recipe below. I am unsure how adjusting the amounts/ingredients in the recipe will affect the end result. Any advice/suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Original recipe:
KA bread flour 100%
Salt 2%
Wheat germ 2%
Sugar 5%
Butter, melted 5%
Instant yeast .83%
Water 68%
New recipe:
KA bread flour 50%
KA Stone ground whole wheat 50%
Starter (100% Hydration) 40%
Wheat germ 2%
Maple syrup 5%
Canola oil 5%
Instant yeast .83%
Apple cider 65%
Salt 2%
Mix-in:
30% cracked wheat, soaked
Thanks for your help!