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The complete baking yeast solution trusted by APAC’s industrial and artisanal bakers.

fresh yeast

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What is Fresh Yeast?

  • Fresh yeast is a living leavening agent available in several convenient forms.
  • Liquid yeast – ideal for automated or industrial processes.
  • Crumbled yeast – easy to blend directly into dough.
  • Compressed yeast – solid blocks that are simple to store and handle.

Across the APAC, compressed fresh baking yeast is the most popular choice for both industrial and craft bakers due to its practicality, consistent fermentation qualities, and ease of use during mixing.

Fresh Yeast Characteristics

Here are some key points to consider when deciding if fresh baking yeast is right for your baking needs:

Must be stored below 10°C to maintain quality and fermentation strength.
Established cold chain logistics are required for safe transportation and storage.
Fresh yeast can be added directly into the mix without activation or hydration.
Due to its shorter shelf life, fresh yeast requires careful handling and strict temperature control.

How Can You Use fresh yeast?

Incorporate fresh baking yeast into your recipes to create rich, flavourful, and aromatic breads that stand out.

Since fresh yeast is best used within a week when stored in the fridge, it’s ideal for bakers who bake regularly or produce bread in large batches, especially during festive or high-demand periods. That’s why it’s often called a “special occasion yeast.”

Professional bakers often prefer fresh yeast because it delivers a more robust flavour and superior fermentation quality. Fresh baking yeast is considered the best yeast for bread-making.

If your recipe calls for dry yeast, simply:

Double the amount of fresh baking yeast.

Crumble and dissolve it in lukewarm liquid (as stated in the recipe) before adding to the dry ingredients.

Always ensure it’s fully softened and mixed evenly to achieve consistent fermentation throughout the dough.

why fresh yeast?

Ensure excellent results in every bake with Lesaffre’s fresh baking yeast, trusted by professional and craft bakers across the APAC.

Easy-to-Use

Fresh yeast can be incorporated into your dough mix with no preparation needed, making it ideal for fast-paced bakery environments.

Versatility

Suitable for a wide variety of baking applications, from soft buns and artisan loaves to traditional Asian breads and pastries.

Stability

Fresh baking yeast maintains excellent stability and shelf life for up to two weeks when stored at 4°C.

Our Range of Fresh Yeast Products

Find the perfect yeast for your baking needs!

Fresh Yeast

Five Star® Red Fresh Yeast

Suitable for modern and traditional bread-making processes. Using less sweet dough.

Fresh Yeast

Five Star® Gold Fresh Yeast

Suitable for modern and traditional bread-making processes.Using sweet dough.

Fresh Yeast

Saf Viet® Fresh Yeast

For lean dough products, especially involving frozen applications.

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