The tricks to replace a roller and knead without any problems.

Do you feel like making pizza, bread, or pasta for lunch? Kneading is the most important process in various recipes but, what if I don't have a rolling pin at home? There are times when improvisation is necessary to successfully prepare a dish and not miss out, that's why homemade tricks are responsible for making our lives easier, solving the problem quickly and, above all, without spending money.

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Kneading is a step that cannot be skipped in cookie, pasta, bread, or cake recipes, as it is the process responsible for activating the gluten in the dough, making it stretchy and elastic.

The rolling pin is an excellent tool for facilitating kneading, but if you don't have this long cylinder with handles on each end to roll out your dough, here are some solutions.

How to knead without a rolling pin: homemade tricks

1. Wine bottle

• Disinfect or wash the bottle before using it to avoid contaminating your dessert or pizza. Also, remove the label.

2. Water glass

• A long and tall glass of water can also work well for rolling out the dough. It has to be made of resistant glass to withstand pressure.
• Avoid using glasses with designs or ridges, as they will leave marks on the dough.

3. Soda can

• It is also a handy item when it is full.
• A trick is to cool the can before using it for puff pastry.
• However, do not open the can after using it as a rolling pin, as the soda will splash everywhere.

4. Vase

• A cylindrical vase made of ceramic, plastic, or glass is also a good substitute.
• Wash it well before using it and make sure it is not too fragile to withstand pressure.

5. Water bottle

• A reusable water bottle is another great alternative as it is resistant and food-safe.
• If you feel it is not heavy enough for kneading, you can fill it with water.

How to use them?

All the items mentioned before are excellent tricks to replace a rolling pin, and here are the steps to use them:

1. Place the dough on the table or surface where you are going to work.
2. Place plastic wrap over the dough or you can also wrap the bottle, glass, vase, etc. with it.
3. Roll the chosen item over the dough several times and you will see how it becomes perfect without the need for a rolling pin.

How to prevent the dough from sticking to the rolling pin?

1. The rolling pin should not be used directly on the dough or it will stick.
2. It is best to dust the rolling pin with a little flour before rolling, this will guarantee success.
3. If you are using the aforementioned substitutes, it is best to cover them with parchment paper, plastic wrap, or wax paper.