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#### Instructions:
1. **Activate the Yeast**: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently to dissolve, and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means your yeast is alive and ready to go!
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients**: In a large bowl, combine the **flour** and **salt**. Create a well in the center.
3. **Add Wet Ingredients**: Pour the yeast mixture into the well, followed by the **melted butter** and **egg**. Stir with a spoon or your hands until the dough comes together. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour—just be careful not to add too much.
4. **Knead the Dough**: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Remember not to overwork it. You want it soft, smooth, and pliable.
5. **Let it Rest**: Grease a bowl with a bit of butter and place the dough inside. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place for about **1-1.5 hours**, or until it doubles in size.
6. **Shape and Use**: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out for your favorite pastry recipes. Whether you’re making **cinnamon rolls**, a **fruit tart**, or **croissants**, this dough will be soft, fluffy, and ready to rise beautifully in the oven.
7. **Bake and Enjoy**: Follow the baking instructions for your specific recipe, and you’ll be rewarded with golden, fluffy pastries every time!
### Tips for Success
– **Use Room Temperature Ingredients**: For the best dough, make sure your **egg** and **butter** are at room temperature. Cold ingredients can affect how the dough rises and bakes.
– **Watch Your Oven Temperature**: Make sure your oven is preheated properly before baking. An oven that’s too cool can result in flat pastries, while an oven that’s too hot can cause uneven rising.
– **Resting is Key**: Don’t rush the resting time for your dough. This is when the magic happens and allows the dough to rise properly.
### Conclusion: The Key to Perfect Pastries Every Time
With the right technique, ingredients, and a little patience, you can create the **softest, fluffiest dough** for all types of pastries. By following these tips, you’ll ensure your dough always rises perfectly, producing pastries that are light, airy, and absolutely delicious. Whether you’re making **croissants**, **cinnamon rolls**, or **pie crusts**, this dough will become your secret weapon in the kitchen.
Say goodbye to tough, dense dough and hello to flaky, buttery perfection with every bake. Once you master this dough, you’ll be on your way to pastry greatness in no time!
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