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The Science of Gluten: Why Dough Needs to Rest (And Why You Shouldn’t Rush It)

October 30, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Pastry chef inspecting laminated dough showing gluten development in croissants

What is gluten in baking? A professional pastry chef explains the science of gluten development, why dough needs to rest, and the windowpane test.

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