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Why do some yeast bread recipes include baking powder and baking soda; Isn't the yeast sufficient enough for the levening agent?

Kathy
  • Posted by: Kathy
  • August 22, 2014
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Kathy
KathyAugust 22, 2014
best answer given so far! Thank you very much!
AntoniaJames
AntoniaJamesAugust 22, 2014
I often add a smidgen of baking soda to my Pullman loaves that are made with buttermilk, because I read somewhere that the acidity in the buttermilk can undermine commercial yeast. I have no idea why baking powder would be used. Intriguing, to say the least . . . . ;o)
HalfPint
HalfPintAugust 22, 2014
Often see both in angel biscuit dough and some english muffin recipe. I think baking powder is added for extra rise and tender texture. Yeast also contributes to the rise and adds flavor & texture. Together, both leaveners can shorten the proofing time. Best of both worlds, I would say.
Susan W.
Susan W.August 22, 2014
Kathy, this recipe is one of those "just do it" recipes. Buns are different than breads.
Kathy
KathyAugust 22, 2014
food52.com/recipes/28063-momofuku-s-pork-buns
Momofuku's Pork Buns

Benny
BennyAugust 22, 2014
I think the two leavening agents contradict each other and I've never seen them together in the same recipe. Yeast requires moisture, time and temperature to leaven its product. On the other hand, baking powder only needs moisture to start the rising process and the product it is leavening is typically baked immediately. I agree that it would be helpful to see your recipe.
Susan W.
Susan W.August 22, 2014
Many cookie recipes call for both. They do not contradict each other.
Benny
BennyAugust 22, 2014
cookies with yeast? Ive been outta the kitchen too long...
Benny
BennyAugust 22, 2014
cookies with yeast? Ive been outta the kitchen too long...
Susan W.
Susan W.August 22, 2014
Lol..no, cookies with baking powder and soda.
Susan W.
Susan W.August 22, 2014
Can you attach a link to the recipe?
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