Chapter 10 study guide PB

Why are quick breads considered quick?

• They require fermentation time

• They can be mixed in only a few minutes

• They need extensive mixing

• They cannot be produced from prepared mixes

What is one advantage that quick breads have over yeast breads?

• They require more mixing

• They need fermentation time

• They can be produced in a much shorter time

• They have limited variety

To avoid toughness in quick breads, one should:

• Overmix the batter

• Minimize gluten development

• Use more yeast

• Increase baking time

What are the two words commonly used when teaching about quick breads made from soft doughs?

• Mix and bake

• Roll and cut

• Knead and rise

• Stir and pour

What is a common instruction in the formula for both biscuits and muffins?

• Overmix the batter

• Do not overmix

• Use high heat

• Add extra sugar

Why do drop batters differ from pour batters?

• Drop batters are thinner

• Drop batters are thicker

• Drop batters require more liquid

• Drop batters need more yeast

What condition creates elongated holes inside the product due to overmixing the batter?

• Tunneling

• Cracking

• Browning

• Flattening

Which of the following is NOT a basic step in the biscuit method?

• Combine dry ingredients

• Cut in fat

• Let the dough rise

• Knead lightly if required

What are the basic steps in the muffin method?

• Combine dry ingredients, combine liquid ingredients including melted fat, add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined

• Cream together the fat, sugar, salt, spices and milk powder, add the eggs, add liquids and stir lightly, add sifted flour and baking powder

• Combine dry ingredients, add eggs, add liquids and stir lightly, add sifted flour and baking powder

• Combine liquid ingredients, add dry ingredients, mix until smooth

What is the first step in the creaming method for muffins?

• Combine dry ingredients

• Cream together the fat, sugar, salt, spices and milk powder (if used) until light

• Add the eggs in two or three stages

• Add liquids and stir lightly