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Flour for croissants in Australia.
Good afternoon, could you please help me? Which flour can I use in Australia for croissants? I have read all the labels on the flours in the supermarket, and none of them have 12.1% protein, nor is T45 flour available. Thank you, I look forward to your response.
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Scoolinary Team
Hi David.
Welcome to the Scoolinary community! Thank you for your question.
To make croissants in Australia, you can look for strong bread flours with a protein content between 11% and 13%. If you can’t find exactly 12.1%, any flour within this range should work. Although T45 flour may not be available, a good alternative is to mix strong flour with plain flour to balance the characteristics.
It’s also important to consider finding a flour with the right PL value, as Chef Bachour mentions in his course from the first collection. Regarding the PL (tenacity/extensibility), this information isn’t always listed on commercial packaging, but flours labeled as professional bakery flour or viennoiserie flour are usually the best option.
Recommended flour brands available in Australian supermarkets:
1. Laucke Wallaby Bakers Flour (12% protein)
2. Defiance Bread & Pizza Flour (11.5-12% protein)
3. Allied Pinnacle Bakers Flour (available in specialty stores or for professional use).
Online stores where you can find specific flours:
1. Kitchen Warehouse – Often stocks specialty bakery products.
2. Vanrooy Machinery – Suppliers of professional bakery ingredients in Australia.
3. Basic Ingredients – Offers flours with various protein levels and professional options.
4. Essential Ingredient – Distributes European or premium flours.
Final recommendation:
If you’re still having trouble finding flour with a protein content close to 12%, you can add a small amount of vital wheat gluten to a lower-protein flour to reach the required level for croissants. Additionally, working with professional-grade flours or ordering directly from distributors can give you more control over specifications like the PL.
I hope you find this information helpful.
Best regards!
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