Bread and roll dough

Bread and roll dough is the foundational, unbaked mixture used to create various breads and rolls. It is a simple, versatile dough typically made from flour, water, yeast (or another leavening agent), and salt, with optional additions like sugar, fat, or milk. While originating in ancient civilizations, it is a universal staple in cuisines worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dough is primarily a high-carbohydrate food, providing energy from its flour base. It is a good source of B vitamins like thiamin and niacin, and offers some iron and magnesium, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	34 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	300 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	3.5 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Iron	2.0 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Phosphorus	65 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1 ball of dough (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The cultural significance of bread dough is immense, symbolizing sustenance and community across the globe. Nutritionally, the fermentation process from yeast can increase the bioavailability of certain minerals and produce beneficial compounds.