Baking Powders Flashcards
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Q
What is baking powder?
A
Baking Powder is a leavening agent that contains a combination of baking soda, cream of tartar, and a moisture absorber (like cornstarch). It is used like yeast, but it acts much more quickly. Baking Powder is used in batters where there is no acid present, such as in: cookies, cakes, pastries, pies and quick bread.
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What does baking powder do to baking elements?
A
It creates air bubbles creating the mixture to rise more.
