Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leavening
noun
/ˈlevənɪŋ/
Definition
A substance used in doughs and batters to produce fermentation and cause the mixture to rise.
Examples
- Yeast is a common leavening agent found in bread recipes.
- Using baking soda as leavening can make cakes rise quickly.
- Some traditional recipes rely on natural leavening through fermentation.
Meaning
Leavening refers to the process of adding ingredients, such as yeast or baking powder, to dough, which creates gas bubbles that help the mixture rise and become light and airy.
Synonyms
- Fermentation
- Rising agent
- Leaven
