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102. Get fluffier egg whites. Fluffy egg whites are a great way to add lightness to your
baking. The fluffier they are, the more air they contain which makes for a better
end result. For the fluffiest egg whites, never tap the whisk on the bowl
containing the egg whites. The vibration will cause them to lose their fluffy
consistency.
103. Avoid sinking in your baked goods. You can prevent ingredients such as chocolate
chips, nuts and dried fruit from settling the bottom of your cake by coating them
with a light dusting of flour before mixing them into the batter. The flour absorbs
some of the surface oil and water that exudes from these ingredients during
baking, reducing their tendency to sink to the bottom.
104. Don’t throw away your brown
bananas. Remove the peel, and toss
overripe bananas into a large freezer
safe Ziploc bag. Freeze until you have
enough for some banana bread,
banana muffins or a fruit smoothie.
Since the bananas are already peeled
you can easily measure exactly how
much you need and simply leave the
rest in the freezer for next time.
105. Make tastier oatmeal cookies and muffins. Add a different flavor to your oatmeal
cookies and muffins by baking oatmeal in a shallow pan for about ten minutes
before adding it to the mix. Be sure it does not get too brown or it will take on a
bitter taste.