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What is the primary function of gluten in flour?
What is the primary function of gluten in flour?
- To provide sweetness to baked goods
- To increase the cooking temperature
- To give form and shape to dough (correct)
- To add moisture to the batter
Which type of flour is best suited for creating a chewy texture in baked goods?
Which type of flour is best suited for creating a chewy texture in baked goods?
- Cake flour
- Self-rising flour
- All-purpose flour
- Bread flour (correct)
How does white sugar affect the texture of baked goods?
How does white sugar affect the texture of baked goods?
- Results in a chewy texture
- Creates a spongy consistency
- Causes them to be crisp (correct)
- Makes them dense
Which flour type contains the lowest protein content?
Which flour type contains the lowest protein content?
What is a key characteristic of self-rising flour?
What is a key characteristic of self-rising flour?
What is the protein content range of bread flour?
What is the protein content range of bread flour?
Which type of flour is best for making a cake with a delicate texture?
Which type of flour is best for making a cake with a delicate texture?
How does brown sugar affect the texture of baked cookies?
How does brown sugar affect the texture of baked cookies?
Which flour contains added salt and baking powder?
Which flour contains added salt and baking powder?
What is the primary role of sugar in baking?
What is the primary role of sugar in baking?
What is one of the primary functions of eggs in baking?
What is one of the primary functions of eggs in baking?
Which ingredient is known to counteract gluten production in baked goods?
Which ingredient is known to counteract gluten production in baked goods?
What role do leavening agents play in baking?
What role do leavening agents play in baking?
Which of the following could be considered a type of shortening?
Which of the following could be considered a type of shortening?
What is the main feature of bakeware?
What is the main feature of bakeware?
Flashcards
Baking
Baking
Dry heat cooking in an enclosed space, like an oven.
Flour
Flour
Powder made from ground cereal grains, like wheat. Different types have varying gluten.
Gluten
Gluten
Protein in grains that gives flour dough its structure. Different flours have varying amounts.
Sugar
Sugar
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Cake Flour
Cake Flour
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Bread Flour
Bread Flour
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All-purpose Flour
All-purpose Flour
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Self-rising Flour
Self-rising Flour
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Leavening Agent
Leavening Agent
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Shortening
Shortening
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Egg
Egg
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Bakeware
Bakeware
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