Question

question 9 (1 point)
what is the purpose of \docking\ a pastry?
○ a / to create a decorative pattern
○ b to prevent it from rising unevenly
○ c to check if its fully baked
○ d to make it easier to cut

question 10 (1 point)
what does it mean to \fold in\ an ingredient?
○ a to mix vigorously with a whisk
○ b to gently incorporate without deflating air bubbles
○ c to add ingredients in layers
○ d to press ingredients together firmly

Explanation:

• Docking a pastry involves pricking the surface with a fork. This allows steam to escape during baking, preventing uneven rising.
• Folding in an ingredient is a gentle technique used to incorporate ingredients (like whipped cream or beaten egg whites) into a batter without deflating air bubbles, which helps maintain texture and volume.

Answer:

Question 9: B. To prevent it from rising unevenly
Question 10: B. To gently incorporate without deflating air bubbles