What Does Fold Mean in Baking?
Fold: To combine a light mixture, such as whipped egg whites or cream, into a heavier one with slow, sweeping strokes so it keeps its air.
In the kitchen
Use a wide spatula and cut down through the middle, sweep along the bottom of the bowl and turn the mixture over on top. Rotate the bowl as you go and stop as soon as no streaks remain.
Stirring or whisking at this stage deflates the air you just beat in, which turns a light mousse or sponge dense. Folding in two or three additions, starting with a spoonful to loosen the base, is gentler than tipping it all in at once.
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