Journal of Indonesia Applied Nutrition
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026)

Development of White Bread Made from Sorghum Flour, Cassava, Arrowroot, and Red Spinach Extract as a High-Fiber Functional Food

Muhammad Vickry Fadly (Management of Food Service and Nutrition, School of Vocational Studies, IPB University, 16128 Bogor, Indonesia)
Firman Muhammad Basar (Management of Food Service and Nutrition, School of Vocational Studies, IPB University, 16128 Bogor, Indonesia)
Ksatriadi Widya Dwinugraha (Management of Food Service and Nutrition, School of Vocational Studies, IPB University, 16128 Bogor, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
03 Aug 2026

Abstract

Dietary fiber is essential for digestive health, yet conventional wheat-based white bread is low in fiber and unsuitable for gluten-intolerant individuals. This study developed a high-fiber, gluten-free white bread using sorghum, cassava, and arrowroot flours combined with red spinach extract, with psyllium husk added to replicate gluten's viscoelastic properties and improve dough structure and texture. Using a Completely Randomized Design, three formulations were tested—F1 (sorghum 75 g : cassava 25 g : arrowroot 25 g), F2 (sorghum 50 g : cassava 50 g : arrowroot 25 g), and F3 (sorghum 25 g : cassava 75 g : arrowroot 25 g)—each with 80 ml red spinach extract and psyllium husk. Organoleptic testing (Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney) revealed significant differences in appearance, texture, and taste, while color and aroma were not significantly different. Formulation F2 was most preferred, containing per 100 g: 198 kcal, 3.7 g protein, 3.0 g fat, 38.8 g carbohydrates, and 7.77 g fiber. This gluten-free, high-fiber bread presents a promising healthier alternative that supports local food diversification and meets the needs of gluten-sensitive consumers.

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jian

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The Journal of Indonesia Applied Nutrition (JIAN) is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research that bridges the gap between nutritional science and its practical application. Our primary mission is to provide an evidence-based platform for improving public ...