To make them moist and easier to mix .
It only takes a couple teaspoons of citric acid to help preserve baked goods. Vitamin C is also used to preserve baked goods.
Generally speaking the yeast in baked goods will cause such foods to spoil and become moldy faster.
To make icing drizzle for your baked goods, mix powdered sugar with a small amount of liquid (such as milk or lemon juice) until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Drizzle the icing over your baked goods using a spoon or a piping bag.
Protein in all-purpose flour helps create structure in baked goods by forming gluten when mixed with liquid. This gives baked goods their texture and helps them rise properly.
The best way to give a golden shine to baked goods is by applying an egg wash, which is a mixture of beaten eggs and liquid brushed onto the surface before baking.
Sugar makes your baked goods sweeter and helps to improve their shelf life. Sugar also makes baked goods retain their moister.
To enhance the flavor of your baked goods with blooming cocoa powder, you can mix the cocoa powder with a small amount of hot liquid, like coffee or hot water, to bring out its full flavor before adding it to your recipe. This process, known as blooming, intensifies the cocoa's taste and aroma, resulting in richer and more complex flavors in your baked goods.
For freezer storage, I just cut them up and put them in Ziplock bags. They can be used in smoothies and baked goods.
Baking soda is a leavening agent that helps baked goods rise by producing carbon dioxide gas when combined with an acid (such as buttermilk, vinegar, or citrus juice) and liquid. It also helps baked goods brown more evenly and develop a characteristic texture.
To achieve a smooth and shiny finish on your baked goods using glazing milk, brush a thin layer of milk over the surface of the baked goods before baking. This will help create a glossy appearance once the baked goods are done.
All baked goods have some type of moisture or liquid in them. As the dish gets hot and bakes, the moisture evaporates, producing steam. It is the the steam that also helps baked goods such as pie crusts, cakes, breads, etc. rise, as well as be more tender. If the ingredients are cold, then it produces even more steam, so it is for this reason that I store my flour in the freezer; it helps produce an even more tender product. But this doesn't work well for all baked goods - I only do it when making pie crusts, biscuits and cornbread. Most other baked goods do better when the ingredients are at room temperature.
To make a delicious and smooth powdered sugar glaze for your baked goods, simply mix powdered sugar with a small amount of liquid, such as milk or water, until you reach your desired consistency. You can also add flavorings like vanilla extract or lemon juice for extra taste. Drizzle the glaze over your baked goods while they are still warm for the best results.