Bao Dough

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cake flour
• 1 1/2 tsp dry yeast
• 1 1/4 cup warm water (105F to 110F)
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 pinch salt

Proof the yeast: Combine yeast, sugar and water in a mixing bowl and let rest for 10 minutes.

Knead the dough: Add dry ingredients and knead for 5 - 10 minutes (by hand or by stand mixer) until the dough pulls together and becomes shiny and tight. Remove to an oiled bowl and let rest for 15 minutes, covered.