Therapeutic Yogurt Bread Rolls

I really love this bread! The crust is crunchy and flaky, the inside is incredibly soft

I really love this bread! There's something truly special about these yogurt-enriched rolls that goes beyond their incredible taste. The crust is crunchy and flaky while the inside is incredibly soft - but what makes this recipe truly special is how this process is so therapeutic. They're incredibly pleasant to touch! at every stage, creating a meditative experience that soothes the soul. So bubbly! That's a great sign - and so is the way this bread making process calms and centers you.

Therapeutic Yogurt Bread Rolls - Incredibly Soft and Crunchy

Watch how yogurt creates incredibly soft bread and discover the therapeutic joy of bread making

Soft & Therapeutic Ingredients

⅔ cup Water(160 ml)
1 tsp. Fresh yeast(3 g), or ½ tsp. (2 g) dry yeast
¼ cup Plain yogurt(60 g - the secret to incredible softness)
1 tsp. Vegetable oil
2 ½ cups Bread flour(320 g)
1 tsp. Salt(6 g)

Therapeutic Bread Making Method

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Create the liquid base: Mix water with fresh yeast (or dry yeast) until dissolved. Add plain yogurt and vegetable oil. The yogurt is the secret ingredient that makes the inside incredibly soft.
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Add dry ingredients: Add bread flour and salt to the mixture. Mix until there's no more dry flour - just mix, no need to knead!
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First therapeutic rest: Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
Timer Available:First Rest (30:00)
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Stretch and fold: With a wet hand, stretch the 4 sides of the dough and fold to the center.
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'Lift and slap' technique: Lift the dough and slap it back. I call this technique 'lift and slap' - it's both effective and satisfying.
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Second therapeutic rest: Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
Timer Available:Second Rest (30:00)
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Repeat the process: Repeat the steps from before - stretch and fold the 4 sides, then lift and slap. Feel the dough becoming more elastic and pleasant to work with.
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Main rise: Let rise until it doubles in size - it could take up to 2 hours.
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Prepare for shaping: Sprinkle flour on work surface. Fold the dough so it's easier to cut. Divide into 6 equal parts.
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First shaping: For each piece: pat down slightly and roll each piece. Fold to make into a ball. Rub against work surface to seal.
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Shape rest: Let the balls rest for 10 minutes uncovered.
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Final shaping: Gently flatten each ball, just a quick fold to tighten the surface, then seal again. Transfer to baking tray.
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Final proof: Cover with a towel and let rise for 30 minutes.
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Prepare for baking: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Sprinkle a thin veil of flour on top, then smooth the flour with your hand. They're incredibly pleasant to touch! Score each roll with a sharp blade or knife.
450°F (230°C)
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Create steam environment: Sprinkle a little water between the breads (not directly on them). Cover with another pan of the same size for perfect steam.
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Steam baking: Bake at 450°F (230°C) for 20 minutes covered. The yogurt will help create an incredibly soft interior during this steaming phase.
450°F (230°C)
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Final baking: Remove the top tray and bake for 10 more minutes at 390°F (200°C). The crust will become crunchy and flaky while keeping the inside incredibly soft.
390°F (200°C)
Timer Available:Final Baking (10:00)
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Listen and enjoy: They sing! I could listen to this all day. Hollow sound means they are perfectly baked. Let's cut one open - so soft! Now the best part - let me know what you think!

Watch the Video Tutorial

See every step in action! Follow along with the complete video guide for perfect results.

Therapeutic Yogurt Bread Rolls