Baking Ingredients

Baking Ingredients

Baking is a cooking method that involves using dry heat to cook food. While bread is the item most commonly associated with baking, baking can also be applied to desserts, meats, vegetables, and other foods. Baking ingredients like baking powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and even spices are the foundation of this cooking method. Different baking ingredients have different content for calories as well as varying nutritional value. Check the nutrition label for each item or the calorie chart provided in this section to determine the nutritional information for each item.

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Egg, boiled

egg, regular (60.0g)

93 cal

White Sugar

tsp. (5.0g)

19 cal

Egg White, raw

whole (33.0g)

17 cal

Egg, raw

egg, extra large (56.0g)

80 cal

Brown Sugar

tsp. (4.2g)

16 cal

Egg Yolk, raw

piece, large (17.0g)

55 cal

Agave Syrup

tsp. (6.9g)

21 cal

Granulated Sugar

tsp. (4.2g)

16 cal

Splenda Sweetener

package (1.0g)

3 cal

Vanilla Extract

tsp. (4.2g)

12 cal

Baking Powder

tsp. (4.6g)

2 cal

Gelatin Powder

tsp. (5.0g)

17 cal

Aspartame Sweetener

serving (1.0g)

4 cal

Maple Sugar

tbsp. (12.0g)

42 cal

Baking Soda

tsp. (4.6g)

0 cal

Tapioca Pearls

cup (152.0g)

544 cal

Chocolate Frosting

tbsp. (20.5g)

81 cal

Baker's Yeast

serving (17.0g)

18 cal

Fondant

100 g

373 cal

Fructose Sweetener

tsp. (4.2g)

15 cal

Baker's Yeast, dry

tsp. (4.0g)

13 cal

Saccharin Sweetener

piece (1.0g)

4 cal

Cream of Tartar

tsp. (3.0g)

8 cal

Egg Substitute

cup (240.0g)

115 cal

Turbinado Sugar

tsp. (4.6g)

18 cal

Vanilla Frosting

package (462.0g)

1931 cal

Almond Paste

cup (227.0g)

1040 cal

Egg Yolk, dried

tbsp. (4.0g)

27 cal

Strawberry Topping

tbsp. (21.0g)

53 cal

Egg Substitute Powder

100 g

444 cal

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Agave Syrup

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Almond Paste

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Aspartame Sweetener

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Baker's Yeast

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Baker's Yeast, dry

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Baking Chocolate

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Baking Powder

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Baking Soda

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Brown Sugar

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Chocolate Frosting

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Cream of Tartar

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Egg Substitute

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Egg Substitute Powder

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Egg White, dried

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Egg White, raw

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Egg Yolk, dried

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Egg Yolk, raw

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Egg, boiled

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Egg, dried

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Egg, raw

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Fondant

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Fructose Sweetener

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Gelatin Powder

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Granulated Sugar

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Maple Sugar

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Pineapple Topping

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Popover, dry mix

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Saccharin Sweetener

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Splenda Sweetener

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Strawberry Topping

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Tapioca Pearls

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Turbinado Sugar

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Vanilla Extract

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Vanilla Frosting

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White Frosting, dry

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White Sugar

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Granulated Sugar

Splenda Sweetener

Vanilla Extract

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Some of the most common baking ingredients including baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, flour, sugar, and various extracts. Powdered items are higher in carbs than fats or protein, though they typically do not significantly increase the carb content of the recipe in which they are used.

Calorie Content

While you should refer to the calorie counter for each item to determine its calorie contents, baking ingredients tend to be fairly low in calories – this is largely due to the fact that most recipes call for only a small amount of baking ingredients. For example, an entire batch of cookies may only require 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Thus, baking soda does not significantly contribute to the carbohydrate content of the final dish.

Low in Fats

Baking is an incredibly versatile cooking method that typically involves prolonged exposure to dry heat. In the case of meats, the food is cooked in its own juices so you do not need a lot of cooking fats. In the case of baked goods like cakes and pastries, however, some type of fat is required to help the baking ingredients stick together and to give the final product the right texture.

Different baking ingredients have different vitamin and mineral content – you may even be able to find items that have been fortified or enriched with additional nutrition. Baking ingredients like flour and sugar which are used in higher quantities in recipes than baking powder or salt may have a more significant impact on the protein, fat, or carbohydrate content of the final product.

Allergen-Free

Many baking ingredients are naturally gluten-free and wheat-free which makes them good for individuals with food allergies or restricted diets. For those who cannot tolerate common baking ingredients like cornstarch, there are other alternatives like arrowroot powder or tapioca starch. There are also dozens of forms of sweetener for those that require an alternative to processed sugar – honey, maple syrup, stevia, and even coconut sugar are good examples.

Vitamin and Mineral Content

Baking ingredients made from plants are often a good source of vitamins and minerals. Arrowroot powder, for example, contains various B-complex vitamins as well as calcium, manganese and potassium in addition to some protein. Guar gum powder is rich in soluble fiber, as is tapioca starch. Even cocoa powder, a popular baking ingredient for desserts and pastries, contains valuable antioxidants and flavonoids.