Can/should I use rapid rise yeast for longer proofing?

More generally, what are the limitations of rapid rise yeast compared to other types of yeast?

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Best Answer

Rapid rise yeast has enhancers added to make the yeast more active and lower the amount of time needed to proof the dough.

I wouldn't use it if I wanted a longer proofing time because I think the dough would rise too far wouldn't result in a good crumb or flavor. That being said I think you could use rapid rise yeast with a longer proofing time. Maybe you would want the larger volume of dough and other effects.

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Can you still proof rapid rise yeast?

Instant yeast is made up of finer granules and does not need to be proofed before it. You can mix it right into the dry ingredients. It's also made up of 100% living cells and as such tends to be seen as more powerful than active dry.

What happens if you proof yeast too long?

If you let the dough rise for too long, the taste and texture of the finished bread suffers. Because the dough is fermenting during both rises, if the process goes on for too long, the finished loaf of bread can have a sour, unpleasant taste.

How long can you leave yeast to proof?

Let it sit for 10 minutes. During this time, if the yeast is alive, it will start eating the sugar and fermenting into alcohol and carbon dioxide. After 10 minutes, you should see the yeast foaming up in the measuring cup to the half-cup line (doubling its height). If you used a bowl, you should see plenty of foam.

Can you let dough rise too long?

Can dough sit too long? If dough is left to rise for too long it will cause issues with the taste and appearance of the bread. Excess fermentation occurring in either the first or second rise can lead to a sour, unpleasant taste if the dough gets left for a long time. Over-proofed loaves have a gummy or dense texture.

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