The spice mix for baking is often used to make homemade pies, cookies, cakes … What is included in the spice mix? How to make a spice mix in your own kitchen?
No dish is complete without seasoning! When used correctly, a bouquet of spices will change the taste of any food beyond recognition. Traditional "salt-sugar" is found in any recipe, but the world of spices is much richer. Today there are more than 10 of the most popular spices from around the world that will add versatility to any baked goods and complete the culinary masterpiece. In addition, spices are designed not only to improve the taste of the dish, but also to heal the body, because they contain many beneficial substances. Even the most bland food will become a masterpiece if you have a selection of well-chosen spices at hand. The following spices are in greatest demand for baking: ginger, lavender, vanilla, cinnamon, mint, coriander, anise, cardamom, turmeric, star anise, finugrek, citrus zest (lemon, orange), cocoa, allspice, cloves, saffron, etc.
It should be borne in mind that there is a difference between ground and whole grains. But freshly ground spices are significantly different from the powdered spice bags sold in stores. Freshly ground spices have a strong aroma because oils contained in them do not taste bitter and do not smell musty. The spices were only crushed and not stored in unsuitable conditions. Freshly ground spices will emphasize the taste and aroma of baked goods in the best way, and very little of them are needed. And packed ground spices can be sprinkled in whole bags, but there will be no result. Therefore, it is better to have a mortar or mill in the kitchen so that you can make your own spice mix.
- Caloric content per 100 g - 235 kcal.
- Servings - 20 g
- Cooking time - 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- Allspice peas - 1 tsp
- Anise - 1 tsp
- Dried Ginger Powder - 1 tsp
- Ground nutmeg - 1 tsp
- Cloves - 0.5 tsp
- Dried orange peel - 1 tsp
Step-by-step preparation of spice mix for baking, recipe with photo:
1. Place anise stars in a grinder, mortar, coffee grinder or grinder.
2. Then add allspice peas and clove buds.
3. Then pour in the dried orange zest. How to cook it, you will find a step-by-step recipe with a photo on the pages of the site. But use only dried zest, fresh zest will not work.
4. Next, add dried ginger powder. Do it yourself as well. A step-by-step recipe with a photo of its preparation can be found on the pages of the site using the search bar. Add any spices and spices you like best if desired.
5. Turn on the appliance and grind the spices to a flour consistency. Transfer them to a glass container. Close the lid tightly and store at room temperature without excessive humidity. I recommend preparing the spice mix for baking in small portions so that they are not stored for a long time, otherwise the aroma will evaporate from them.
See also a video recipe on how to make baking spices.
