Soak malted wheat flakes, sesame seeds and sunflower seeds in beer for at least 2 hours. Next, rehydrate the Red Star Active Dry Yeast by combining with water heated to 90°F (32°C) for 10 minutes.

Then, in a spiral mixer, blend all ingredients (including yeast) for 7 minutes on your mixer’s first speed and then for an additional 3 minutes on its second speed, or until dough is fully developed. Add seeds and wheat flakes and blend into the dough on your mixer’s first speed until incorporated. Maintain dough temperature at 82°F (27.7°C). Let dough rest, covered to prevent skin from forming, for 30 minutes.

Divide dough into 1 lb 3 oz (540 g) portions, and shape as desired. Then proof for 50 to 60 minutes in a proofer set to 85°F (29.4°C) with 90 percent humidity. Remove from proofer and sprinkle with sesame seeds (optional) and then score as desired.

Then, in a deck, rack or revolving oven, bake at 440°F (226°C) for 5 minutes before reducing the heat to 400°F (204°C) and baking (with steam for 5 seconds) for 25 to 30 minutes. Please note that baking times may vary depending on the size and shape of the loaves.

The above is a suggestion only.

Please note that other Saf-Instant, Red Star or Saf-Pro Ingredients products may be substituted in this formula. Additionally, this formula may also be modified for par-baked or frozen dough solutions. For assistance, please contact our world-class technical team at the Baking Center by calling (414) 615-4094 or sending an email to bakingcenter@lsaf.com.