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Butter is always reccomended for baking, due to it's low water content (compared to margarine) and better taste. The high fat levels in butter help prevent baked goods from staling. Please see related link. Usually the best butter to use is "French butter", due to it's extra low water content.
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Can you use butter instead of margarine when baking cakes?
yes, have done so quite a few times when i have had no butter Butter is always a better choice for flavor and texture than margarine when baking cakes.
Can you buy margarine in the UK?
Yes you can buy margarine in the UK. It exists in the original quite hard form which is good for use in baking cakes and pastries and also in the more modern soft form which you can spread straight from the refrigerator.
The definition of shortening?
Shortening is a type of fat, such as butter, margarine, or lard, that is used in baking to create a tender texture in pastries, cakes, and breads. It helps to inhibit the formation of gluten and creates a more delicate crumb in baked goods.
What is margarine used for in the bakeshop?
Margarine is used in a bakers to help make pies, cakes and pastries. It help s them rise
What milk is best for baking cakes and pastries?
white milk
Can you use butter instead of margarine in a recipe?
Most of the time you can, except when baking. It will be somewhat change the texture of cakes and muffins but you can still do it, but for cookies NO WAY!
Function of butter?
The functions of butter is a dairy product that can be spread on bread (sandwiches, toast, scones) or used in baking cakes (though margarine is more likely to be used, depending on the recipe).
How do you make cream butter and what are its uses in baking?
To make cream butter, you beat softened butter until it becomes light and fluffy. Creamed butter is used in baking to add moisture, richness, and flavor to recipes like cakes, cookies, and pastries. It helps create a tender texture and enhances the overall taste of baked goods.
What are Butter cakes?
Butter cakes are rich, moist cakes made with butter, sugar, eggs, and flour as the main ingredients. They rely on creaming butter and sugar to create a light, fluffy texture. more information: nsda.portal.gov.bd/site/files/1dc35930-1fe3-4854-984a-b7a7f37c1fb1/-
What does oil do in baking?
Oil helps baking be moist. If the oil is left out, the baking can be extremely dry. Bakers can substitute many forms of oil including butter and shortening.
Why use margarine in cakes?
It is soft at room temp, which makes it easy when the recipe tells you to cream the butter and sugar together. However apart from that margarine makes fairly bad cakes; no real taste, poor keeping quality etc... If you want to make cakes with less saturated fat in than butter-based cakes, look for recipes that use oil instead of butter. But using margarine instead of butter is not a good alternative - the make up of margarine is very different to butter which affects recipes a lot.
What is in stork liquid baking mix?
Stork liquid baking mix typically contains a blend of vegetable oils, water, emulsifiers, and sometimes other ingredients like salt and flavorings. It is designed as a convenient substitute for butter or margarine in baking, providing moisture and texture to various recipes. The mix is often used in cakes, cookies, and pastries, allowing for easy measurement and incorporation into batters. Always check the packaging for specific ingredient details, as formulations may vary.
