Baking Techniques, Baked Goods & Desserts

1- Which of the following ingredients is commonly used as a leavening agent in baking cookies?

• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Yeast
• Cream of tartar

2- Which type of pie is typically made with a bottom crust only? (2 answers)

• Fruit pie
• Custard pie
• Cream pie
• Chess pie

3- Which type of cake is made by beating egg whites separately and folding them into the batter?

• Sponge cake
• Pound cake
• Angel food cake
• Red velvet cake

4 - What is the primary function of blind baking a pie crust?

• To cook the filling
• To add flavor to the crust
• To seal the crust
• To prevent the crust from becoming soggy

5 - Which type of tart is traditionally made with a sweet pastry crust and a custard filling?

• Lemon tart
• Fruit tart
• Chocolate tart
• Pecan tart

6 - Which ingredient is typically used to thicken puddings?

• Flour
• Cornstarch
• Gelatin
• Yeast

7 - Which ingredient is typically used to thicken custards?

• Flour
• Yeast
• Gelatin
• Eggs

8 - What is the purpose of "tempering" eggs when making custards?

• To add flavor to the custard
• To prevent curdling of the eggs
• To make the custard thicker
• To enhance the color of the custard

9 - Which of the following is a technique when making ice cream?

• Churning
• Whipping
• Freezing and stirring
• Baking

10 - What is the primary ingredient in meringue?

• Egg yolks
• Egg whites
• Cream
• Butter