Best Table Salt Substitutes for Yeasted Breads

Prioritize substitutions that protect gluten development and fermentation performance. Bread dough is less forgiving than quick bakes. Structure and fermentation can collapse with poor substitutions.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology

Can I make bread without table salt?

Yes. Start with Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal) at Use 2x volume (1 tsp table = 2 tsp Diamond Crystal), then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.

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Kosher Salt (Diamond Crystal)

Use Use 2x volume (1 tsp table = 2 tsp Diamond Crystal)

Larger flakes weigh less by volume. Diamond Crystal is less dense than Morton.

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How much does 1 cup of table salt weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of table salt is treated as 292 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Common Questions for Yeasted Breads

Will kosher salt (diamond crystal) work as a table salt substitute in yeasted dough?

Yes, at Use 2x volume (1 tsp table = 2 tsp Diamond Crystal). Larger flakes weigh less by volume. Diamond Crystal is less dense than Morton. Bake-test before scaling up.

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