Hi Kj, we're so sorry to hear this recipe didn't work for you! Sweet doughs such as this can be very slow risers, and if you happened to measure your flour by cups, this often results in adding extra flour to the recipe, which could have further restricted the rise. For best results, we recommend either weighing your flour, or using this method to measure your flour by cups. As far as the yeast goes, instant yeast doesn't need to be dissolved or proofed in lukewarm water before adding to the recipe; it activates fine when added in with the flour. If you'd like to try this recipe again, The SAF Gold Instant Yeast will definitely offer a faster rise because it is geared especially for sweet breads. 

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