Crazy About Cakes!

What makes cakes popular in bakeshops?

• They are expensive and rare

• They can be made in large quantities and varieties

• They require exotic ingredients

• They are difficult to make

What is the purpose of using tenderizers in baking?

• To increase the specific gravity of the cake

• To enhance the flavor of the cake

• To make the cake more tender

• To dry out the cake

What is the function of leaveners in baking cakes?

• To add moisture to the cake

• To help the cake rise

• To mix fat into the cake

• To add flavor to the cake

Which mixing method involves fat?

• Two-stage mixing

• Whipped eggs mixing

• Creamed fat mixing method

• Dry mixing method

What is the result of using too much flour in a cake?

• The cake becomes moist

• The cake becomes fluffy

• The cake becomes dry

• The cake becomes chewy

What happens to a cake if too much egg is added?

• The cake becomes light

• The cake becomes tough and hard and does not rise well

• The cake becomes sweet

• The cake becomes airy

Why is it important to understand the function of ingredients in cake baking?

• Ingredients should be of low quality

• Ingredients do not need to be balanced

• Each ingredient performs a specific function and must be combined in proper balance

• Only the flavor of the ingredients matters

Which of the following is NOT a classification of cake ingredients?

• Tenderizers

• Moisteners

• Flavorings

• Preservatives

What ingredient listed as a toughener is known for providing protein that assists in the structure and toughening of a cake?

• Sugar

• Butter

• Eggs

• Baking Soda

What is the primary function of tenderizers in cake making?

• To increase the sugar content

• To shorten gluten strands, making the cake tender and soft

• To add color to the cake

• To make the cake rise