Deck 2 Flashcards
(24 cards)
What are the basic ingredients needed for a simple cake?
Flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and baking powder.
True or False: You need to preheat the oven before baking a cake.
True.
Fill in the blank: The typical baking temperature for a simple cake is ___ degrees Fahrenheit.
350
What is the purpose of baking powder in a cake recipe?
To help the cake rise and become light and fluffy.
How many eggs are commonly used in a simple cake recipe?
Usually 2 to 3 eggs.
Multiple choice: Which ingredient is typically creamed with sugar in a cake recipe? A) Flour B) Butter C) Baking Powder
B) Butter
What is the first step in making a simple cake?
Preheat the oven.
True or False: A simple cake can be made without any fat.
False.
Fill in the blank: After mixing the wet ingredients, you should gradually add the ___ ingredients.
dry
What is the purpose of sifting flour before using it in a cake recipe?
To remove lumps and aerate the flour.
Multiple choice: Which method is often used to combine cake ingredients? A) Boiling B) Folding C) Creaming
C) Creaming
What is the standard baking time for a simple cake?
Typically 25 to 35 minutes.
True or False: You should open the oven door frequently while baking a cake.
False.
Fill in the blank: A toothpick inserted in the center of the cake should come out ___ when it is done.
clean
What can be added to a simple cake recipe for extra flavor?
Vanilla extract or cocoa powder.
Multiple choice: What type of pan is commonly used for baking a simple cake? A) Baking sheet B) Bundt pan C) Pie dish
B) Bundt pan
How should a cake be cooled after baking?
Allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
True or False: You should frost a cake while it is still warm.
False.
Fill in the blank: To make a chocolate cake, you would add ___ powder to the batter.
cocoa
What is the purpose of letting a cake cool before frosting?
To prevent the frosting from melting.
Multiple choice: What is a common frosting for a simple cake? A) Royal icing B) Buttercream C) Fondant
B) Buttercream
What is an alternative to eggs in a cake recipe for a vegan version?
Flaxseed meal or applesauce.
True or False: You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour in a cake recipe.
True.
Fill in the blank: A cake is typically served in ___ slices.
equal
