FOR HOME BAKERS
The Art of
Perfect Bread
Master baker's percentages. Calculate precise recipes for sourdough, baguettes, focaccia, and beyond.
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Dough Quantity
Your Recipe
Sourdough Bread
Makes 2 loaves at 900g each (1800g total)
POOLISH
Make 12-16 hrs beforeReady when: domed, very bubbly, just starting to recede
Ingredients (Baker's %)
Water temperature: 78-82°F / 26-28°C
Recommended flour: Bread Flour + Whole Wheat
Instructions
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THE FOUNDATION
Understanding Baker's Percentages
The universal language of bread bakers. Once you understand this system, you can scale any recipe and compare formulas at a glance.
How It Works
In baker's percentages, flour is always 100%. Every other ingredient is expressed as a percentage of the flour weight.
Why Use It?
- ✓ Scale easily – Double or halve recipes without math errors
- ✓ Compare recipes – Instantly see hydration and ratios
- ✓ Adjust confidently – Tweak one variable without affecting others
- ✓ Learn faster – Understand what makes each bread unique
- ✓ Professional standard – The system used by bakeries worldwide
Common Hydration Levels
ABOUT
The Dough Formula
The Dough Formula was created for home bakers who want to understand the science behind great bread. Whether you're baking your first loaf or perfecting your sourdough, our calculator helps you achieve consistent, delicious results every time.
We believe that understanding baker's percentages is the key to becoming a confident bread baker. Instead of following recipes blindly, you'll learn to read formulas, adjust for your environment, and create your own signature loaves.
This tool is free and always will be. We're passionate about bread and want to share that passion with bakers everywhere. Happy baking! 🌾
Essential Bread Equipment
The right tools make all the difference
Lodge Combo Cooker
The go-to choice for home bakers. Shallow lid makes loading dough safer and easier.
Escali Primo Scale
NY Times recommended. 11 lb capacity, 1g accuracy, simple two-button operation.
OXO Bench Scraper
Stainless steel blade with measurement markings. Comfortable non-slip grip.
Banneton Basket Set
Round & oval baskets with liners, lame, and scrapers. Premium Indonesian rattan.
UFO Bread Lame
Handcrafted walnut wood handle with secure blade storage. Includes extra blades.
ThermoWorks Thermapen
Pro-grade accuracy in 1 second. Check water temp and bread doneness (190-210°F).
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