The simple science of a muffin recipe
Each ingredient in a recipe serves a purpose. Explained below is the role and purpose of each ingredient in the muffin recipe….
Muffins – No leavening agent
When no leavening agent is added, there is still water being converted to steam that will give some lift to the muffins. The batter tends to be a little runny, since bubbles have the action of thickening a batter. The finished product is quite pale. The interior is quite most, if not almost soggy.
Muffins
Even a simple muffin recipe has an enormous amount of science involved. Click here to learn the chemistry occurring in this muffin recipe. This recipe can be varied by using different leavening agents. Click here for a summary of using different leavening agents. Click on the replacement leavening agent below to learn about the results. …
Muffin Recipe at a Glance
Below is a Time and Activity Chart that summarizes the Muffin recipe. Notice that there are several different leavening agents that can be used and each has its own distinct flavor and texture. See Science of Muffin Recipe for more information.
About Me: Prof. O’Neill
Food has always played an important part in my life, whether it be making it or eating it. I grew up in a household where we canned our own peaches, made our own applesauce, and froze fresh corn to be enjoyed throughout the year. Ice cream was not something purchased from the grocery store, but …
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