Practice mode Food Technology

Which leavening agents are used to make light cakes, biscuits and muffins?

Correct answer A. Phosphate salts

Explanation

Phosphate salts such as monocalcium phosphate and sodium acid pyrophosphate act as the acid in baking powder, reacting with sodium bicarbonate to release carbon dioxide that raises the batter.

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