Do I Have to Use Fresh Milled Flour?

No, of course not. You can use regular whole wheat flour (in Europe, or anywhere else where wheat is soft wheat per default), or try white whole wheat flour (in North America).

I ran Out of Ice, What Else Can I do To Create Steam?

Pour boiling hot water into the preheated shallow pan and close the door quickly. It's a little less effective but works in a pinch.

What Else Can I do to Make Whole Wheat Rolls Soft?

You can try egg washing the buns before topping with pearl sugar. It works well in making the buns a little softer on the outside. For me, the egg-y taste is too different from my childhood rolls, but if you like egg wash, go ahead and use it!

Can I Skip The Cardamom?

Yes, but not really. 😉 If it's not part of your spice collection (or you just don't like the taste), you can skip it of course. If you're new to cardamom, start with 1/2 teaspoon, to get used to the taste.

I Don't Have Pearl Sugar At Hand, what Else Can I use?

Pearl sugar not only adds sweetness but also crunch. You can use shaved or finely chopped almonds instead.

Discard Recipes

These recipes use sourdough discard not as waste, but as an opportunity — for flavor, texture, and a bit of rhythm in the kitchen. Quick, clever, and always made with care!