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it can be for any of a number reasons; chemical leaveners which include baking soda or baking powder, natural aids such as yeasts, through the incorporation of air and liquids in the mixing process that when heated create steam.

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the rising effect of muffins and breads when they are baked is due to a component called yeast. yeast is a type of bacteria so when it is heated up it is like an incubator and the yeast grows which makes the bread or muffin look like it rose

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Do beaten eggs help baked goods rise?

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Which leavening agent causes baked goods to rise higher?

Yeast.


Why wont the baked good rise?

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Why is yeast helpful?

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What happens when you do not use enough baking soda?

The baked goods won't rise properly. They may be too dense, or (as in cookies) spread too much.


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