Leaveners
Name 3 different leaveners- can be any type.
chemical- baking soda, baking powder
physical- air, steam
bio- yeast, sourdough starter
What are 3 examples of pour batters that we've made so far this year?
waffles, pancakes, crepes.
What are the abbreviations for teaspoon and tablespoon?
tsp
Tbsp
What gives brown sugar its color?
molasses
What is the name of our new Principal?
Matt White
What are the 3 different categories of leaveners?
chemical
physical
biological
Would a chocolate chip muffin be an example of a pour batter, a soft dough, or a drop batter?
drop batter
How many ounces are in a cup?
8
What is added to powdered sugar to give it its texture?
cornstarch
How old is Edison High School?
Edison High School in Huntington Beach, California: Has been around for 56 years (founded in 1969).
What are the two chemical leaveners that we have used in this class so far?
Baking soda and baking powder.
Would biscuits and scones be an example of a pour batter, a soft dough or a drop batter?
a soft dough
How many ounces are in a pound?
16
What is the purpose of eggs in quick breads?
Eggs add moisture and fat, they are a binding agent and they can also contribute to leavening.
Name 5 teachers on campus
answers will vary
What type of ingredient does baking soda need to be activated?
An acid
Why would we avoid over-mixing the batter when using the muffin mixing method?
We don't want to overdevelop the gluten
How many cups are in a pint?
2
Why do we use salt in baking, even when we're making sweet things?
Salt is a flavor enhancer
Name 2 staff members on campus who are NOT teachers
Answers will vary
Chemical leaveners like baking soda and baking powder create carbon dioxide gas through a chemical reaction, causing baked goods to rise and become fluffy. Baking soda, an alkaline base, needs an acid (like buttermilk or lemon juice) to react and produce gas. Baking powder is a complete leavening system that includes both baking soda and a powdered acid, so it reacts with moisture alone
chilled and rested.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
3
What is gluten?
It's a protein found in wheat
What is my last name and how do you spell it?
B-R-E-D-E-S-E-N