Simple Dough Rise Detector with ESP8266 & VL53L1X
Below I’ll explain how I built a simple “smart” sensor to monitor when dough has risen enough. As soon as the dough reaches the desired height, the ESP8266 sends an alarm signal and triggers a webhook, in my case associated with Home Assistant. This is particularly convenient if you bake frequently and need to notice right away when the dough is ready for the next step.
Project Idea
The main idea is to use a distance sensor that continuously (or at set intervals) measures the distance to the dough surface in the bowl. When the distance shrinks to a certain defined value, it means the dough has risen, and it’s time to continue.