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Copyright ©2011 by Pearson Education, Inc.publishing as Pearson [imprint]
On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals, 5eLabensky • Hause • Martel
”“When I am in trouble, eating is the only thing that consoles me.
…At the present I am eating muffins because I am unhappy. Besides, I am particularly fond of muffins.
– Oscar Wilde, Irish dramatist and writer (1854-1900)
QUICK BREADS
C H A P T E R THIRTY
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After studying this unit
You will be able to:– Use chemical leavening agents properly– Prepare a variety of quick breads using the
biscuit method, muffin method and creaming method
– Prepare a variety of griddle cakes, pancakes and waffles
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Quick Breads
Tender products with a soft crumb To keep gluten development to a minimum, flour is
mixed in swiftly and gently Made with chemical leavening agents
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Chemical Leavening Agents
Baking soda Baking powder
– Single-acting– Double-acting
Baking ammonia
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Mixing Methods
The mixing method that is employed is directly related to the type and consistency of the fat used in the recipe
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Biscuit Method
Cold solid fat is used Creates products that are light and flaky
– Biscuits– Scones – Shortcakes
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Biscuit Method
Measure all ingredients Sift the dry ingredients together Cut in the cold, solid fat Combine the liquid ingredients, including any eggs Add liquid ingredients to dry
– Mix just until ingredients are combined Place dough on the bench and knead lightly 10-15 times
– Dough should be soft– Too much kneading toughens the dough
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Muffin Method
Oil or melted fats are used Creates tender, cakelike baked goods
– Muffins– Loaves
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Muffin Method
Measure all ingredients Sift dry ingredients together Combine liquid ingredients, including melted fat or oil Add the liquid to the dry ingredients and stir to combine
– Do not overmix– The batter will be lumpy
The batter is now ready for makeup and baking
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Creaming Method
Soft but not liquid fats are used Comparable to the mixing method used for butter
cakes Final product is cakelike with a fine texture
– Muffins– Loaves
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Creaming Method
Measure all ingredients Sift dry ingredients together Combine softened fat and sugar in a mixer bowl
– Low speed until color lightens and mixture fluffs Add eggs gradually; mix well Add dry and liquid ingredients alternately The batter is now ready for makeup and baking
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On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals, 5eLabensky • Hause • Martel
Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
Soapy bitter flavor
Elongated holes (tunneling)
Crust too thick
Flat top with only small peak in center
Cracked, uneven top
No rise, dense product
Cause
Chemical leavening not properly mixedToo much baking sodaOvermixing
Too much sugarOven temperature too low
Oven temperature too low
Oven temperature too high
Old batterDamaged leavening agentOvermixing