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Fresh yeast is an essential baking ingredient, but unfortunately it is also highly perishable.
With a simple trick, the shelf life can be significantly extended.
In the kitchen, yeast is an essential ingredient in many recipes, especially when baking bread and pastries.
Unfortunately, fresh yeast doesn't last particularly long.
It only lasts for about a week in the fridge and loses steam after a few months in the freezer.
A proven method is mixing with flour, which not only preserves the yeast but also preserves its effectiveness.
Yeast plays a crucial role in many recipes and ensures the fermentation of the dough in pastries, resulting in a light and airy texture.
From focaccia to stuffed stick bread to whole wheat bread, there are a variety of recipes that rely on the use of yeast.
A classic example is the French baguette, whose soft crumb and crispy crust are created by adding yeast.
Even with sweet treats, such as steamed dumplings or yeast plaits, the yeast ensures that the dough rises and has a fluffy consistency.
Even pizza dough benefits from yeast.
Mixing fresh yeast with flour can extend its shelf life.
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Here are some useful tips on how to make fresh yeast last longer and be easier to dose by mixing it with flour:
1. Yeast to Flour Ratio:
To effectively preserve the yeast, it is best to mix it with flour in a ratio of 1:10.
This means that for every unit of fresh yeast there are ten units of flour.
This mixture helps absorb the yeast's moisture and distribute it evenly.
2. Mix thoroughly:
It is important to thoroughly mix the fresh yeast into the flour to ensure even distribution.
This can best be done with various kitchen appliances, such as a stand mixer, food processor, hand blender or in the Thermomix.
Alternatively, you can use your hands or a spoon.
It is important to ensure that no large lumps form.
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3. Airtight Storage:
After fresh yeast is mixed with flour, it should be stored in an airtight container.
This can be a glass jar or a plastic container that can be tightly closed.
This prevents moisture from entering and spoiling the yeast.
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4. Store in a cool and dry place:
The ideal storage location for the yeast-flour mixture is a cool and dry place, preferably in the refrigerator or a cool pantry.
Under these conditions the yeast stays fresh for up to five months.
It is also important to avoid direct sunlight and heat sources as these can affect durability.
5. Check regularly:
It is advisable to check the yeast and flour mixture regularly to make sure it is still fresh.
You should pay attention to any discoloration or unpleasant odors that could indicate possible perishability.
Thanks to the preservation of yeast, it is always on hand when the desire for fresh pastries arises.
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The TikTok creator jo.semola is a passionate bread baker and likes to share various recipes and tricks for baking bread.
In one of his videos he shows a simple trick with flour to make fresh yeast last longer.
Both he and his followers are enthusiastic about the idea, as numerous comments under the video show:
“You’ll save countless half cubes of yeast that would otherwise spoil in my fridge 🥰”
“Thank you.
This will save a lot of yeast in my household from now on.
🥰”
“Thanks 😁 I always have them dry out in the fridge 😅”
“Jooooo you’re awesome 🥰”
Further tips for preserving fresh yeast:
Fresh yeast can also be easily frozen.
To do this, the yeast is divided into small portions and sealed in a freezer bag.
Alternatively, yeast can also be dried and used as dry yeast.
To do this, the yeast is spread on a baking tray and dried in the oven at the lowest temperature (around 50 °C).
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