Using Active Dry Yeast Instead of Instant Yeast
Ratio
Use 1¼ tsp active dry per 1 tsp instant
Excellent — nearly identical results
Recipe Adjustment Notes
Proof first in warm liquid. Rise will be 10-15 minutes longer.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 6% across brands and measuring methods (145g-163g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
How Active Dry Yeast Compares for Instant Yeast
Quality rating: excellent. Proof first in warm liquid. Rise will be 10-15 minutes longer.