Who knows how to bake bread?

Mine didn’t rise and was super dense

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Sorry, man. Been there sooo many times. Expired yeast or the water/milk for proofing not being at least 110° could be to blame. I even take five minutes to proof my instant yeast despite not needing it because I don’t trust it to work without that stage. A little bit of sugar added to the liquid helps the yeast proof. Too much flour or not kneading the dough properly could’ve caused the denseness. Or your environment could’ve been too warm for the yeast to rise in a patient manner. Yeast is such a fickle little beast. Everything has to be perfect for it to do it’s magic.

Strongtea · 22-25, M

Ok, lots to think about there, thanks!@PerfectionOfTheHeart

PerfectionOfTheHeart · 46-50, F

@Strongtea No problem. Been working with yeast for years and still run into issues with it so keep trying. The whole process can take a good half a day or longer, but it’s worth it when everything clicks.

NativePortlander1970

@PerfectionOfTheHeart @Strongtea That's why it's best to bloom the yeast to make sure it's still alive.
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