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Ingredients
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Bread Dough
Viennoiseries
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy. Gradually add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Kneading
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4
Shaping
Punch down the dough and shape it into loaves or rolls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5
Second Rise
Cover the shaped dough and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 6
Baking
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Viennoiseries Preparation
- 7
- 8
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- 9
Kneading
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- 10
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- 11
Shaping
Roll out the dough and shape into desired forms (croissants, danishes, etc.).
- 12
Second Rise
Let the shaped dough rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.
- 13
Baking
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
