When making pies, most people stick to classic recipes. Why not experiment a little?
So it's worth looking at a few ingredients that can be added to flour during cooking to keep it soft and flavorful for a long time.
Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova , a cook and fourth-class baker, told how to act correctly in this case.
Things to remember
Before discussing flour additives, it is important to refresh your memory on the basics of pie making. It is important to mix the dough properly to achieve a firm, elastic consistency.
What can be added?
There are several options for what you can add to the flour during cooking.
1. Adding sour cream to the dough makes the pies tender and soft. Sour cream moistens the dough and keeps it soft even after several days of storage.
2. Vegetable oil makes the dough softer and keeps it fresh. Oil also gives a pleasant taste and aroma.
3. Adding eggs to the dough helps strengthen its structure and gives the baked goods a more delicate texture. Eggs also help retain moisture inside.
4. Yogurt adds softness and tenderness to the dough, making the pies more juicy and flavorful. Yogurt also helps keep the pies fresh for several days.
Of course, when deciding to add something to flour, you should always be rational. A simple example: if you add too much sour cream, the texture will be spoiled, and this will negatively affect the taste.
Practical cooking tips
The main tips include:
• too much flour can make the dough dry and the pies less soft. Therefore, you should carefully monitor the proportions and add flour gradually;
• to keep pies soft longer, store them in an airtight container or package;
• it is better not to store them in the refrigerator, as the pies will quickly lose their softness and structure.
You can also try adding honey, milk or even cottage cheese to the dough to add variety to the flavors. There are many options for making pies, so you can experiment and constantly discover something new.
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