August 20, 2016 - 10:47pm
Yeast and doughnuts
Hello! I'm using yeast and making doughnuts for the first time. I found a recipe online and want to try it so bad, but, I have a few questions about yeast. I have Red Star active dry yeast. The recipe calls for 1 packet of regular or quick acting yeast. First question is should I use 2 1/4 tsp of active dry yeast to equal 1 packet of regular or quick acting yeast, or, is there another amount to equal the packet? Secondly, by using active dry yeast, do I have to activate it first or can I just add it to my ingredients?
I'm so confused about this!If anyone can help me, I would really appreciate it! I want to make these doughnuts so bad!
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No packets on hand? Substitute with an equal amount of jar yeast. I find almost no difference between regular and quick acting yeast products, and as long as they;re reasonably within their use by dates, I no longer 'activate' before using. The commercial products are very reliable.
You can do this; just read through the recipe and directions, to ensure you have everything you'll need, ask more questions here, if you're uncertain about terminology or procedure, follow the directions and try not to rush the process. You'll have your first batch of doughnuts before you know it!
Then, before the last one is gobbled up, snap some pics to share with us. :)
Best of luck,
Cathy
Cathy, thank you so much!
I didn't know if that was possible, but, I'll do as you say!
And, don't worry--
I was planning on taking pictures for everyone to see!
If the turn out right, I'll share the recipe with everyone!
Thanks again!--
Looking forward to pics!
There was a jar of Red Star active dry yeast in my pantry, and that is what I woukd be using.
The expiration date is 2014. I emailed Red Star to see if it would still be good. The jar had never been opened until a few days ago
Their company said that as long as it is kept in the fridge after its been opened, and it stood their test, it would be safe to use. Here's their test:
Dissolve 1 tsp sugar into warm water. It needs to be at the most 110 to 115 F. Then put 2 tsp and 1/4 tsp of the yeast into the water and let it sit for 10 minutes. The water has to foam after 3 minutes. If it does and the water made a mound of foam, it will work and safe to use
I tried it and it did work. Unfortunately I wasn't ready to make my doughnuts because I didn't k ow if the yeast would work or not. At least I know that it does!7