Bread Flashcards
1
Q
What type of bread are biscuits
A
Quick bread
2
Q
Why is quick bread called quick bread
A
The leavening agents produce CO2 very quickly
3
Q
What are the 2 ingredients in baking powder
A
Baking soda and dry powder acid
4
Q
What is the purpose of cutting in the fat as opposed to blending it with the dry ingredients
A
To get layers
5
Q
What type of bread is banana bread
A
Quick bread
6
Q
What is the function of sour cream in banana bread
A
Acid to make the baking soda do its job
7
Q
What is gluten and how is it formed
A
Protein found mainly in wheat. Gives bread its structure
8
Q
Why is it important not to over mix this type of bread
A
You will get tough, chewy bread.
