Potassium carbonate is used as a leavening agent for baked goods

Cardamom seeds contain an essential oil that gives them a spicy, sweetish hot aroma

A look at the chemistry of anise seed, which is used as a spice, either ground or whole

Can you guess the chemist? – The person has something to do with spices in the broadest sense

Cinnamon stars are among the most popular traditional German Christmas cookies

Ginger is one of the earliest spices to be cultivated and exported

Can you guess the chemist? – The person has something to do with spices in the broadest sense

Yeast has been of vital importance in winemaking, baking, and brewing since ancient times

Egg white or albumen is very suitable as a baking agent, as it forms a voluminous and strong foam

In this Clever Picture we look at the chemistry of one of the oldest spices