Instant Yeast Powder
Instant Yeast Dried Powder
Bio Nature Instant Yeast is a high-performance dried baking yeast designed for fast, reliable rising in bread, pastries, and dough-based recipes. This fine yeast powder activates instantly without pre-soaking, delivering consistent, light, airy textures in homemade and professional baking. Packaged in airtight grip-seal bags for freshness, it is a kitchen essential for bakers of every level.
Key Features
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Premium Fast-Acting Instant Dry Yeast
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No Pre-Soaking Required – Mix Directly with Flour
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Ideal for Bread, Rolls, Pizza Dough & Pastries
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Reliable Rise & Consistent Baking Performance
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Long Shelf Life in Grip-Seal Freshness Bags
Uses
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Bread baking (white, wholemeal, seeded)
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Pizza dough
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Pastries & sweet doughs
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Flatbreads & naan
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Dough-based baking recipes
📋 Product Details
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Weight: 200g, 400g (2 × 200g grip-seal bags)
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Grade: Food Grade / Baking Grade
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Form: Fine Instant Dried Yeast Powder
📈 Other Names
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Fast-Acting Yeast
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Instant Dry Baking Yeast
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Active Baking Yeast Powder
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Dried Yeast Granules
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Quick-Rise Yeast
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Step-by-Step Instructions for 5 Main Uses
1. Basic Bread Loaf
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Add 7g instant yeast to 500g bread flour.
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Mix in 300ml warm water.
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Add 1 teaspoon (5g) salt.
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Knead 8–10 minutes.
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Prove 1 hour, shape, bake at 200°C for 25–30 minutes.
2. Pizza Dough
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Add 5g yeast to 300g flour.
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Mix with 180ml warm water.
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Add salt and olive oil.
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Knead until smooth.
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Rise 1 hour, shape, bake at high heat.
3. Sweet Pastry Dough
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Add 7g yeast to 450g strong flour.
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Mix with sugar, milk & butter.
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Knead until elastic.
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Allow to rise for 1–2 hours.
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Shape into pastries and bake.
4. Naan or Flatbreads
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Add 5g yeast to 400g flour.
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Add yogurt, water & salt.
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Knead until soft.
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Rest 1 hour.
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Cook on hot skillet or oven.
5. Doughnuts
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Add 7g yeast to 500g enriched dough mix.
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Knead until smooth.
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Rise for 1 hour.
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Shape and fry until golden.
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Dust with sugar.
❓ 10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Do I need to activate this yeast in water first?
No, instant yeast can be added directly to flour.
2. How much yeast should I use?
Typically 5–7g per 500g flour.
3. Can I freeze instant yeast?
Yes, freezing extends shelf life.
4. Is this suitable for bread machines?
Yes, excellent for bread makers.
5. Is it vegan?
Yes, yeast is naturally vegan-friendly.
6. Does it contain additives?
No, it is pure instant yeast.
7. How long does it last once opened?
Keep sealed; use within several months.
8. Why didn’t my dough rise?
Check water temperature—too hot kills yeast.
9. Can I use it for sourdough?
It can support rising but is not a sourdough culture.
10. Does it work with wholemeal flour?
Yes, but rising may take slightly longer.