WHY DO I NEED ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTS?

Did you know?Baking comes down to a science, and how closely you follow (or fail to follow) a recipe can make a world of a difference.

THE SCIENCE OF ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTSToday, we’re exploring the importance of why room temperature ingredients make a difference, and why it's a good idea to follow what th

WHEN TO  USE COLD INGREDIENTSCrumbly textures benefit from cold ingredients. This includes recipes for pie dough, scones, and more. 

ROOM TEMPERATURE BUTTER AND BAKINGButter needs to be room temperature. In creaming, the sugar creates a lifting effect inside the butter, incorporating air into the mixture.

EMULSIFIERS, BAKING, AND ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTSAn emulsifier is an ingredient or substance that binds other ingredients. In baking, it helps ingredients with water and fat co

EGGSThe best way to get them to room temperature quickly is to place them in a bowl of warm water.

PREPPING  YOUR ROOM TEMPERATURE INGREDIENTSYou can soften butter quickly by cutting it into small pieces and placing a warm towel over the bowl. 

CREATING A HABITLike any baking best practice, practice makes perfect with your baked goods.

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