Dr. Oetker Maya is a dry baker’s yeast used to help dough rise in home baking. It contains the yeast organism Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which activates when mixed with warm liquid and sugar. During fermentation, it produces gas that makes dough expand, giving soft and fluffy results in baked goods.
The Aktif Maya (Active Dry Yeast) version is designed for recipes like:
- bread
- pizza dough
- poğaça (savory buns)
- pastries and rolls
- Turkish baked goods like pide and börek
To use it, the yeast is usually dissolved in lukewarm water or milk (about 35–40°C) and left to activate for about 10–15 minutes before mixing into flour. It is typically measured for about 500 g flour per sachet or recommended amount on the pack