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Why are baking directions on cake mix boxes different for higher altitudes

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Blababa [14]3 years ago

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Answer:

Explanation:First, the dry air at high elevations tends to make things dry out quickly. Second, the boiling point of water is lower at altitude, which means that moisture will tend to bake out of your cakes more quickly. ... In the reduced air pressure of high altitudes, your leavening ingredients will act more powerfully.

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