Steps in a Recipe
What is the very first step when we begin baking?
Read through the recipe first.
How do you know the difference between TBSP (Tablesoon) and tsp (teaspoon)?
TBSP is the bigger measurement and has a capital T, tsp is the smaller measurement and has a lowercase t.
Why do we use a cookie scoop?
To be sure the cookies are all about the same size and bake at the same rate.
Why do we crack an egg into a seperate bowl?
1) (most important) In case the egg is rotten-so that it does not ruin the rest of the ingredients
2) In case there is a piece of shell that falls in when you crack it.
Where do we store eggs?
Fridge
What is the 2nd step in a recipe?
Get organized, get out all tools and ingredients.
What does oz. stand for ? Hint: we have cups in size 1,2,4, & 5 with this.
Ounce
What do we line a cookie sheet with?
Silicone baking mat, baking spray or parchment paper (any answer of these will be accepted)
Name 2 dry ingredients in a cookie recipe
Any of the following: Flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, brown sugar
Where do we store vanilla
Shelf/pantry
Why do we pre-heat the oven?
So that it is ready to use when we are done putting our recipe together.
What does "C" mean in a recipe?
Cup
What is the difference between softened butter & melted butter?
Softened butter is still in its original form but is soft to the touch and room temp. Melted butter is in liquid form and no longer the shape of a stick of butter.
Name 2 wet ingredients in a cookie recipe
Any of the following: eggs, butter, oil, vanilla
Where do we store butter?
Fridge
What does "min" stand for in a recipe?
Minutes, referring to baking time
What does "dz" mean?
Dozen (12)
What items do you typically "cream" together? Hint: There are usually 3 items and it's early in the recipe.
Butter, sugar, eggs
Why is it important to change your gloves and wipe your counter after cracking raw eggs?
Because raw eggs carry bacteria, it can be spread by wearing dirty gloves or if the counter has egg yolk on it. By changing gloves and wiping counters, it lessens the risk of getting sick.
Where do we store sugar and flour?
Pantry