Fleischmann’s Instant Dry Yeast 16 oz (454g) Vacuum Sealed Bag

Elevate Your Dough with Professional-Grade Rising Power This premium instant dry yeast (IDY) is designed for rapid, consistent fermentation, ensuring your breads and pastries achieve the perfect rise every single time without the need for proofing.

Product Highlights

• Instant Activation No need to dissolve in water first; simply mix directly with your dry ingredients to save time in a busy kitchen.

• Superior Stability Vacuum-packed to maintain peak freshness and potency, ensuring reliable leavening for every batch.

• Clean Ingredient Profile Formulated with high-quality yeast, sorbitan monostearate, and ascorbic acid for optimal dough conditioning.

• Versatile Performance Works exceptionally well in a wide range of doughs, from lean crusty breads to high-sugar enriched pastries.

Perfect For

• Artisanal Bakeries Achieve a consistent crumb structure and airy texture in baguettes, sourdough hybrids, and boules.

• Pizzerias Ideal for high-volume pizza dough production, providing a dependable rise even in cold-fermentation processes.

• Coffee Shops and Cafes Streamline the production of house-made cinnamon rolls, croissants, and brioche.

• Bulk Home Baking A cost-effective solution for large families and hobbyists who bake bread regularly.

Key Benefits / Why It Stands Out Unlike active dry yeast, this instant formula has a smaller particle size that allows it to hydrate rapidly. This means faster prep times and more predictable results. It is highly tolerant to various mixing methods, making it the most forgiving choice for both professional chefs and home cooks.

Commercial / Bulk Use Advantage For commercial food service, this 1lb vacuum-sealed pack offers a significantly lower cost-per-ounce compared to retail sachets. The compact, stackable packaging maximizes storage efficiency in tight pantry spaces, while the high-potency formula means you use less product to achieve the same rise, improving your bottom line.

How to Use

• Step 1 Mix the yeast directly with your flour and other dry ingredients for 30 seconds.

• Step 2 Proceed with your normal mixing and kneading process.

• Step 3 Avoid direct contact with ice or extremely cold water to ensure the yeast remains active.

• Step 4 If converting a recipe from fresh yeast, add additional water equal to two times the amount of instant yeast used.

FAQ

Do I need to bloom this yeast in water before adding it to my dough? No, this is instant dry yeast. It is designed to be mixed directly into the dry ingredients. There is no need to dissolve it in water first.

How should I store the yeast once the bag is opened? Once opened, reseal the bag tightly or move the contents to an airtight container. Store it in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate/freeze it to extend its shelf life.

Is this 1lb bag suitable for home use? Yes, it is excellent for frequent home bakers. It provides better value than small packets and stays fresh for months when stored properly in the refrigerator.

What is this product used for? It is a leavening agent used to make dough rise for bread, pizza, rolls, and pastries.

How do I use it? Mix it directly with your flour for 30 seconds before adding liquids. You do not need to soak it in water first.

Is it ready to use? Yes, it is ready to mix directly into your dry ingredients immediately.

How many servings does it make? One 1lb bag contains enough yeast for dozens of loaves of bread, depending on your specific recipe.

Is it suitable for restaurants? Yes, it is a professional-grade product widely used in bakeries, pizzerias, and commercial kitchens.

How should I store it? Keep it in a cool, dry place. After opening, reseal it and store it in the refrigerator or freezer for the best results.