List of baking terms and their definitions

[ReadmeByAmy]

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List of baking terms and their definitions that will help our new members to learn and who are just new into baking..

I will start with these words..

Whip................................... this word means that you to have to stir using a whisk to incorporate air.

Whisk.................................. this is a kind of kitchen utensil that can be use either in cooking and baking that is made of wire loops or plastic material to incorporate air into the mixture.

 

[Becky]

Good idea!

"Cream together" - usually refers to mixing butter and sugar together, gently at first but then more vigorously as it comes together, until it's pale a fluffy.

 

[cupcakechef]

Fold in: To gently combine a heavier mixture with a more delicate substance, such as beaten egg whites or whipped cream, without causing a loss of air.

 

[Winterybella]

Curdling
Curdling is when a food mixture separates into its component parts. A creamed cake mixture may curdle if the eggs are added too quickly or are too cold. It can be brought back by adding a tablespoon of flour.