Are you ready to make the perfect pastries every single time? Look no further! This recipe will give you soft, fluffy, and moist dough that rises beautifully. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy to work with. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients for the Softest All-Purpose Dough:
- 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet dry yeast (7g) or 25g fresh yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 200 ml (about 3/4 cup) warm milk
- 100 ml (about 1/2 cup) plain yogurt (room temperature)
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This activates the yeast and helps the dough rise.
- Add the yogurt, egg, oil, and salt. Give it a gentle mix.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Tips for Perfect Rise Every Time:
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Find a warm, draft-free spot for your dough to rise.
- Consider adding a little extra oil when kneading for an ultra-soft texture.
- For a richer dough, you can swap the oil for melted butter.
Use This Dough For:
- Dinner rolls
- Soft buns
- Croissants (with a little layering)
- Cheese-filled pastries
- Mini pizzas or savory scrolls
- Sweet rolls with cinnamon, nuts, or jam
This dough is a game-changer. It’s soft, pillowy, easy to shape, and it rises like crazy every time. Now you can finally enjoy perfect pastries without any hassle. Stay tuned for an egg-free and gluten-free version coming soon! 🥐💛