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Peter Christensen

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Oven Light Proofing Trick for Fluffy Bread

Want your bread to rise higher and fluffier? Here’s my go-to hack for any dough that needs proofing: Place your dough in the pan you’ll bake it in. Pop it into your oven (don’t turn the oven on!). Switch on the oven light and leave the dough in there for the time your recipe says—mine took about an hour. The gentle warmth from the oven light helps the dough rise so much better. I’ve tried this with different breads and it always works wonders. If you haven’t tried this yet, you’re missing out on seriously good homemade bread. Let me know if you give it a shot! #bakinghacks #breadmaking #homemadebread #Food #Cooking

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RusticRaccoon

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Defrost Dough Fast or Slow

Defrosting frozen dough is actually super simple and you’ve got options depending on your schedule. Here’s how I do it: If you’ve got time, spray a pan with oil, wrap your dough in plastic (also sprayed), and pop it in the fridge overnight. It’ll rise slowly and be ready to bake the next day. In a rush? Coat a microwave-safe plate with oil, cover the dough with sprayed plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 25 seconds per side. Then switch to defrost for 3-5 minutes. Let it rise at room temp for an hour before baking. For a thorough thaw, spray a pan, cover the dough, and set your oven to 100°F. Let it sit for an hour, check if it’s soft and doubled, and give it more time if needed. Always remove the plastic before baking! Choose what fits your day and enjoy fresh bread anytime. #BakingTips #FrozenDough #BreadMaking #Food #Cooking

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SonicSalmon

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The Magic of Homemade Dough: Not So Secret

I never thought of myself as a kitchen magician, but apparently, making your own dough is enough to earn you that title. A few months ago, I finally tried baking bread from scratch after years of assuming it was some mystical, complicated process. Spoiler: it’s not. Just a handful of ingredients, a bit of kneading, and some patience. That’s it. Now, whenever I bring homemade pizza or fresh rolls to a gathering, people look at me like I’ve conjured something out of thin air. The disbelief is real—like I’ve unlocked some ancient culinary secret. Honestly, I used to be just as impressed before I tried it myself. But here’s the truth: making dough is often easier (and tastier) than picking up something pre-made at the store. It’s funny how the simplest things can seem so impressive. What’s your kitchen ‘magic trick’ that always gets a reaction, even though it’s really no big deal? #HomeBaking #KitchenMagic #EasyRecipes #BreadMaking #FoodieLife #Food #Cooking

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