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What Is A Yeast Cake and How Do You Make It?

If you love baking as much as we do, you have probably heard about yeast being used as a leavening agent for some of our favorite bread recipes. So, what's all this talk about yeast cake? Trust us, we were just as surprised when we heard it, and that's precisely why we are here to demystify this concept for you. So, what is a yeast cake? How is it made? Stick around to find out. What is a yeast cake? Often called cake yeast or baker's yeast, yeast cake is usually a tiny piece of cake made from a mix…

Baking Powder Vs Flour – What Are the Main Differences?

Flour is unarguably one of the most versatile in the kitchen. It is almost always in everybody’s pantry and has gained a permanent spot on our grocery list because there is practically no baking recipe without flour. Moreover, flour is not only useful in baking, it is also used as a thickener for stews, soups, gravies, etc. Indeed, it is a must-have kitchen staple! Baking powder is another important baking ingredient. It is a potent leavening or raising agent that, when combined with flour and other baking ingredients to make dough or batter, helps baked goods rise. In this article,…

Can I Use Baking Soda Instead of Baking Powder?

Baking powder and baking soda are a huge part of the science called BAKING! Although they work in different ways, both are leavening agents. Their function is to create the ideal texture in baked products like cookies, cakes, and muffins. But have you ever run out of baking powder while baking with a recipe that says to use baking powder? At that moment, you may be wondering: Can I use baking soda instead of baking powder? How can I substitute baking soda for baking powder? Do they serve the same purpose? What is the best substitute for baking powder? In…