Baking Fundamentals Quiz

What is leavening in baking?

• The process of trapping gases in baked goods

• The process of adding color to baked goods

• The process of adding texture to baked goods

• The process of adding flavor to baked goods

Which of the following is a chemical leavening agent?

• Yeast

• Baking soda

• Whipped cream

• Egg whites

What is the acidic ingredient needed for baking soda to work?

• Butter

• Molasses

• Salt

• Flour

What is the difference between baking soda and baking powder?

• Baking soda is alkaline, while baking powder is acidic

• Baking soda is already combined with an acidic ingredient

• Baking powder needs an acidic ingredient to react with

• Baking powder works slowly compared to baking soda

What is the biological leavening agent used in baking?

• Baking soda

• Baking powder

• Whipped cream

• Yeast

What process does yeast undergo to produce gases in the dough?

• Oxidation

• Fermentation

• Crystallization

• Evaporation

Which type of leavening produces gases very slowly over a long period of time?

• Biological leavening

• Chemical leavening

• Physical leavening

• None of the above

How is air used as leavening in baking?

• By trapping air in between ingredients

• By adding air directly into the batter

• By using a fan to blow air into the oven

• By using a special air pump

What ingredient in baking produces steam for leavening?

• Eggs

• Sugar

• Butter

• Flour

What is an example of physical leavening in baking?

• Mixing baking soda and vinegar

• Adding yeast to the dough

• Adding baking powder to the batter

• Creaming butter and sugar together