Dry yeast or fresh yeast? When baking, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to light and airy dishes. Yeast creates a wonderfully light dough, which then rises wonderfully in the oven and in the pan.
To ensure the end result is perfect, there are a few tricks and tips you should keep in mind when baking with yeast. The most important tips for handling yeast correctly: Taking a look at the best-before date of the yeast is part of preparing the ingredients. Fresh yeast usually lasts up to 14 days in the refrigerator, dry yeast lasts longer.