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How to test if the dough has proved

How to test if the dough has proved

Your dough will be fully proved when it has doubled in size, leaves the sides of the mixing bowl cleanly and  has a smooth silky and elastic texture. Pinch off a small piece of dough and stretch it. If it forms a thin membrane that you can almost see thorough the dough is proved properly. If it breaks or is crumbly, continue to let it rise a little longer. 

 

The dough is fully proved when you poke it with a finger and it leaves an indentation. If the dough springs back to the same shape it needs longer proving.

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