Candy Flashcards
What determines the final texture of a candy
Method by which sugar molecules cool and settle after cooking
The boiling point temperature of a sugar syrup is an indicator of its?
Concentration
What is sugar effect on BP
Increases BP
The more dissolved a sugar is the ________ the boiling point
Higher
What are two methods for measuring doneness of candy
Candy thermometer
Cold water test
Describe cold water test
Measure the firmness of syrup when a small amount is dropped into cold water
Crystalline candies definition
2 examples:
Candy with large areas of organized sugar crystals
Fudge, and fondant
Amorphous candy definition
Lack an organized crystalline structure due to very high sugar concentration
3 examples of amorphous candy
Toffee, peanut brittle, and caramels
What is supersaturation
Sugar solution contains more sugar than it normally could at certain temperature
Crystallization only occurs in?
Supersaturated solution
4 methods to avoid premature large crystals
Remove dried syrup from pan walls
Don’t agitate while cooling
Add interfering agents
Use wooden spoon (not metal)
What do interfering agents do
Prevent crystallization, promote smaller crystals and a smooth texture
What are 4 examples of interfering agents
Corn syrup
Fat
Milk proteins
Invert sugar (glucose, fructose)
3 methods to melt chocolate
On stove over direct heat
On the stove in a bowl over a pot of hot water or double boiler
In the microwave
