Ascorbic acid powder (vitamin C)

A white crystalline powder with a clean sour taste, an antioxidant, as a dough improver and to prevent browning of fruit and vegetables.

Ascorbic acid powder (vitamin C, E300) is a white crystalline powder with a clean sour taste, an antioxidant and acidifier. In cooking it is added by the pinch to dough as an improver (it strengthens gluten, speeds proofing), to water to prevent browning of fruit and vegetables, to compotes, preserves, juices and drinks to keep colour and taste.

Recipes with this ingredient

Apple DessertEuropean cuisine | Bakery and desserts

Anton Negin, brand pastry chef of the Cape restaurant, shared the recipe with us.

Cinnamon BunsAmerican cuisine | Bakery and desserts

Cinnamon rolls are a classic American dessert that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. Their history is rooted in European baking traditions, but they found true triumph in the USA, becoming a symbol of home comfort. The fluffy yeast dough infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon and caramel sweetness creates a unique flavor that evokes nostalgic memories. With their golden crust and tender texture inside, these rolls are perfect for cozy breakfasts and heartfelt tea gatherings. They can be topped with chocolate glaze for added depth of flavor. This is not just baked goods; it's a true delight that fills the home with warmth and the aroma of fresh baking.