baking method

In baking, there are two ways in which we can mix butter into a cake batter. The first is using the creaming method, and the second is by a technique known as the reverse creaming method. The creaming method is when you beat the butter and sugar together, whereas the reverse creaming method...

The 'rubbing in' method is where you mix fats (such as butter, margarine or trex/lard) into flour using the tips of your fingers. This technique is used for making scones, crumbles and shortcrust pastry. 1. Take the butter and flour from the bowl using your fingertips and lightly rub them...