Why do we use Salt in baking?
Even though I'm not a great lover of salt, it is an essential factor in baking and assists in the creation of wonderfully baked goods both visibly and tastefully. (If that's even a word)!
You may only be asked to add a dash or a sprinkle of it to a recipe but keep in mind just some of the fabulous things that it can do.
Baking
Salt can be used to balance out the sweetness in baking, especially if you are using a lot of sweet ingredients; it is integral to a recipe and will enhance your overall flavours.
Bread
Using salt when making bread causes numerous reactions to take place. Firstly it absorbs moisture and slows fermentation; it tightens and strengthens gluten, giving you a better dough; and finally, it encourages browning, giving you a beautiful crust when baked.
Pastry
Salt boosts the flavour in your pie crust and encourages browning.
See all these beautiful results from just a mere sprinkle!
Marvellous.
Even though I'm not a great lover of salt, it is an essential factor in baking and assists in the creation of wonderfully baked goods both visibly and tastefully. (If that's even a word)!
You may only be asked to add a dash or a sprinkle of it to a recipe but keep in mind just some of the fabulous things that it can do.
Baking
Salt can be used to balance out the sweetness in baking, especially if you are using a lot of sweet ingredients; it is integral to a recipe and will enhance your overall flavours.
Bread
Using salt when making bread causes numerous reactions to take place. Firstly it absorbs moisture and slows fermentation; it tightens and strengthens gluten, giving you a better dough; and finally, it encourages browning, giving you a beautiful crust when baked.
Pastry
Salt boosts the flavour in your pie crust and encourages browning.
See all these beautiful results from just a mere sprinkle!
Marvellous.
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