Chapter 24 Cakes, Cookies, Pies, and Candies

Chapter 24Chapter 24Cakes, Cookies, Pies, and Cakes, Cookies, Pies, and

CandiesCandies

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The Preparation of FoodThe Preparation of Food

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ObjectiveObjective

• Describe the functions of basic ingredients used in cakes.

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Kinds of CakesKinds of Cakes

• Shortened cakes contain fat.

• Unshortened cakes contain no fat.

• Chiffon cakes contain fat like shortened cakes and beaten egg whites like unshortened cakes.

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Cake IngredientsCake Ingredients

• Flour provides structure.• Sugar gives sweetness.• Eggs improve flavor and

color.• Liquid provides moisture

and helps blend ingredients.

• Salt provides flavor.

What additional ingredients are found in most shortened cakes?

ObjectiveObjective

• Identify six types of cookies.

Kinds of CookiesKinds of Cookies

• Rolled cookies• Drop cookies• Bar cookies• Refrigerator cookies• Pressed cookies• Molded cookies

Which type of cookie is baked in a jelly roll or square cake pan?

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ObjectiveObjective

• Explain principles of pastry preparation.

Measuring Pastry IngredientsMeasuring Pastry Ingredients

Measure pastry ingredients accurately because

• too much flour or water or too little fat will make pastry tough

• too much fat or too little water will make pastry crumbly

Handling Pastry DoughHandling Pastry Dough

Handle pastry dough as little as possible to prevent overdeveloping the gluten, which will make pastry tough.

What is gluten and how is it formed in pastry?

ObjectiveObjective

• Compare characteristics of crystalline and noncrystalline candies.

Kinds of CandyKinds of Candy

• Crystalline candies contain fine sugar crystals, which give them a smooth, creamy taste.

• Noncrystalline candies contain no sugar crystals and are chewy or brittle.

What are some examples of each type of candy?

ObjectiveObjective

• Prepare cakes, cookies, pies, and candies.

Preparing a Shortened CakePreparing a Shortened Cake

1. Measure ingredients accurately.

2. Mix ingredients as directed by your recipe.

3. Pour batter into prepared pans of the correct size.

4. Bake in a preheated oven for the recommended time.

5. Test the cake for doneness.

6. Allow cake to cool slightly before removing it from the pan.

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Preparing CookiesPreparing Cookies

• Mix ingredients as directed by your recipe.

• Place dough on cool cookie sheets.

• Rotate cookie sheets as needed during baking to promote even browning.

• Store crisp cookies in containers with loose-fitting covers.

• Store soft cookies in containers with tight-fitting covers.

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Preparing PastryPreparing Pastry

1. Measure and mix pastry ingredients.

2. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin.

3. Fit the pastry into a pie plate.

4. For a two-crust pie, add the filling, cover with the top crust, flute the edges, and bake.

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Preparing CandyPreparing Candy

• Heat sugar syrup for crystalline candies to a specific temperature, let it cool to a specific temperature, then beat it vigorously.

• Heat sugar syrup for noncrystalline candies to a very high temperature and/or add an interfering substance.

Apply It!Apply It!

All your relatives are gathering for a big holiday meal. You have been asked to bring two types of dessert.

Describe how you will prepare two recipes for cake, cookies, pie, or candy for this occasion.

Key QuestionKey Question

How will you use cakes, cookies, pies, and candies to add variety to your family’s meals?

Other Questions to ConsiderOther Questions to Consider

• How can a microwave oven be used to prepare cakes, cookies, pies, and candies?

• What are some tips for filling and frosting cakes to make them extra special?

• How can cookies that have become stale be freshened?

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