proofer
1
5.1
- noun
- /ˈpruːfər/
:
corrector
- How long has the dough been in the proofer?
Examples
-
[ Charlie ] I’M ONE OF THE PROOFERS.
-
The baker adjusted the settings on the proofer to ensure the dough would rise properly.
-
That will tell you whether or not the proofer is heating properly.
Blog text (12) -
If you have a small thermometer around, place it inside the proofer and check the internal temperature.
Blog text (12) -
Note that lifting the lid lets all that nice warm air escape from the proofer.
Blog text (12) -
My B&T proofer has proven so invaluable; it's the most important bread baking tool I own.
Blog text (12) -
That will happen a lot faster inside the proofer than it will on the countertop if your kitchen is cool, but it still does require some time.
Blog text (12) -
Fabric boots have a durable waterproof repellent applied in the factory; over time, this coating does wear off (even from the first few uses), so buy a reproofer and conditioner or water proofer.
Blog text (13) -
When I placed the dough inside the proofer, it began to rise beautifully.
-
Using a proofer helps achieve the perfect texture for the bread by allowing the dough to rise in a warm environment.
Synonyms
34
3.0
A person or machine that finds mistakes in facts, writing and products
29
2.8
A person or device that checks if something works correctly
3
3.8
A person who reads text to find and fix spelling and grammar errors
1
4.4
A person or tool that checks if information meets required rules
A heated cabinet that helps dough rise before baking
How Thorough
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Proofer comes from proof and prove, which mean 'to test' or 'to show'. So a proofer is a person or machine that 'tests' writing to find mistakes, and in baking a proofer helps dough 'prove' by letting it rise before baking.