Barb at King Arthur November 27, 2023 at 4:44pm In reply to Hi! Why is the lye bath cold… by Wee (not verified) Hi Wee, the lye solution actually heats up when it is dissolved in water, which is why you begin with cold water. Both processes will cause the dough to rise because of the heat. Reply
November 27, 2023 at 4:44pm
In reply to Hi! Why is the lye bath cold… by Wee (not verified)
Hi Wee, the lye solution actually heats up when it is dissolved in water, which is why you begin with cold water. Both processes will cause the dough to rise because of the heat.