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LorAnn Baker's Ammonia (Ammonium Carbonate) 2.7 ounce Shaker Jar

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  • Baker's Ammonia (Ammonium Carbonate) is a leavening ingredient called for in many old fashioned recipes; It is also called "hartshorn"
  • Baker's Ammonia is used to make extra-crisp cookies or crackers; Unlike baking powder or soda, it does not leave an alkaline off-flavor in baked goods; It is not used for leavening in cakes or other large-volume items as the ammonia gas will not evaporate entirely
  • Because Baker's Ammonia has a tendency to evaporate when exposed to air, it should be stored in a jar with a tight cover; It will not spoil, but will "disappear" if not stored properly
  • Note: You will notice an odor of ammonia while baking, but this will quickly dissipate and the finished baked product will not have an odor or taste of ammonia

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Pharmacist O.K. Grettenberger, founded LorAnn Oils in 1962 and named the company in honor of his wife, Laura, and their only daughter, Ann. Originally, LorAnn Oils bottled and distributed about 8 to 10 core essential oils such as peppermint and clove and distribution was limited to pharmacies. Over the years, the business has expanded its product offerings and we now sell to a wide variety of retailers, manufacturers, health practitioners and home consumers. LorAnn is known for concentrated, professional strength flavorings and essential oils, but the LorAnn product line encompasses a variety of candy making and baking supplies in addition to our many flavoring options: Super-Strength Flavors, Premium Vanilla Extracts, Vanilla Bean Paste, Bakery Emulsions and the Flavor Fountain line of flavorings for frozen yogurt and ice cream.

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Yes, it has a very strong smell when baking, don't worry, it totally dissipates by the time The cookies are done. 3.5-Ounce container. Ammonium carbonate in the baking industry prior to the mid-19th century, the only leavening system used in baked goods was the old fermentation process. About the same time in England, a revolutionary method of producing ammonium carbonate, by the distillation of deer Horns was developed and became commonly known as "harts horn". Eventually, this form of ammonium carbonate became more readily known as "bakers Ammonia", which it is still referred to in today's baking industry. "Bakers Ammonia", or ammonium carbonate, is a uniform high purity leavening agent, produced by a chemical reaction of Ammonia, carbon dioxide and water. Ammonium carbonate is a product of exceptionally high quality and should not be confused with ammonium bicarbonate, which has a lower Ammonia content. Ammonium carbonate is a White crystalline powder which yields a strong ammoniac odor. It decomposes into Ammonia, carbon dioxide and water At elevated Temperatures. This unique property of complete decomposition into gaseous products at temperatures above 59oc is one of the most important features of this product. Decomposition occurs slowly when ammonium carbonate is opened to the atmosphere, but increases significantly when exposed to higher temperatures normally used in the baking process. Ammonium carbonate can be dissolved in water At room temperature, which is a convenient way to add to dough for even distribution.

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 4 x 2 inches; 2.7 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 6007-0600
  • UPC ‏ : ‎ 023535600767
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ LorAnn
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005GLXRC6
  • Customer Reviews:
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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
1,812 global ratings

Customers say

Customers say the leavening agent is superb, making delicious cookies. They also say it gives a unique flavor to very crispy cookies. Customers say it works wonderfully for homemade biscotti and Chinese donuts. However, some customers report strong ammonia smells while baking. They dislike the seal.

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79 customers mention79 positive0 negative

Customers have good things to say about the performance of the leavening agent. They say, for example, it works wonderfully for homemade biscotti and Chinese donuts. Customers also mention that it's better than baking powder that changes the flavor of the biscotto. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's performance.

"...substitute for the standard sugar cut-out cookie, and the cookies always turn out perfect. And I mean perfect...." Read more

"Worked perfectly for making the old-fashioned cut-out cookie recipe that my grandma always made...." Read more

"Seemed to work perfectly in recipes" Read more

"This was great for my springerle cookies. They turned out perfect." Read more

61 customers mention56 positive5 negative

Customers like the taste of the leavening agent. They say it adds a nice flavor and crispness to cookies. Some mention that it makes Danish cookies better and perfect. That said, some say it's great for traditional Swedish Christmas cookies and gives the perfect texture.

"...I really like this for German and Polish cookies. They are more crunchy and flaky than when you use traditional levening agents." Read more

"...Needed ingredient to make Swedish cookies called Drommar. Cookies turned out perfect!" Read more

"...Absolutely yummy. Don't be afraid, just do it." Read more

"...The cookies I made were lighter and crispy and delicious. Be aware that this product will evaporate if not stored properly...." Read more

50 customers mention43 positive7 negative

Customers like the quality of the leavening agent. For example, they say it's superb, effective, and has good purity and power. They also say it makes cookies light and airy.

"...Their flavorings--extracts and emulsions--are superb and what professional bakers use...." Read more

"...used this to make mini coconut short bread cookies and they came out so light and crisp...." Read more

"...One recipe made 48 cookies for me, and they were light and crisp. The cookies were very sweet --but delish! --..." Read more

"This makes your cookies lighter than air...." Read more

21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the leavening agent. They say it's the best priced baker's ammonia they could find, with good volume for the price. Customers also mention that the seller is great and the buying experience is great.

"It's an average price for the same thing, but saves me a trip to the store when I'm running out; sometimes hard to find during these times with..." Read more

"...Glad I found it on Amazon for a reasonable price and that it worked so perfectly!" Read more

"A+++ Item great value & great price. Love it. Thanks." Read more

"This makes your cookies lighter than air. It’s a great price because you are not using but a teaspoon to make the whole batch go from dull sugar..." Read more

39 customers mention8 positive31 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the smell of the leavening agent. They mention that the ammonia smell is pretty strong, stinky, and offensive when you open the bag. While baking, the fumes are intense and can burn your corneas off.

"...DO NOT OPEN that oven door to check on them--the fumes will definitely burn your corneas off. If it has a window in the door, use that...." Read more

"...to 18 inches from your nose when you open it, you will notice the acrid smell. Wowza!!! It's unpleasant...." Read more

"Ok. It does have an initial amonia smell, I agree. But when you bake with it, it disappears. I really like this for German and Polish cookies...." Read more

"...warned about the stickiness of this chemical, but the smell disappears completely on baking. Just don't taste test the dough before baking!" Read more

19 customers mention4 positive15 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the seal of the leavening agent. They mention that it was broken, not totally sealed, and pealed. Some say that the product started to evaporate.

"...But also FYI to anyone who’s never used it before, baking ammonia does evaporate over time, so buying a large container thinking “this will last me..." Read more

"...The product will also evaporate over time, even inside the little jar with the lid on tight." Read more

"Product was good but received damaged package." Read more

"...This brand is well packaged to prevent evaporation which has been a problem with other packaging...." Read more

...AND CLEANS YOUR OVEN AT THE SAME TIME!
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...AND CLEANS YOUR OVEN AT THE SAME TIME!
I don't know too many people that know anything about this--and I love the look on their faces when you tell them they are eating ammonia cookies! LOL (Hey, ya gotta have some fun in life, right?). I was brought up on these cookies, so the 'freak factor' of the ammonium carbonate is long gone for me. I use this with a family recipe from the late 1800's as a substitute for the standard sugar cut-out cookie, and the cookies always turn out perfect. And I mean perfect. They are light, airy, yet hold their shape and don't fall apart. Providing you don't roll the dough too thin, you get a substantial cookie (a good 1/4"+ thick) that isn't tough, has visible layers and has an excellent 'crumb'.One bonus is that no one eats the raw dough--so you get to have ALL the cookies baked. Another bonus is that it cleans your oven at the same time! (Kidding!), but I will warn you, DO NOT OPEN that oven door to check on them--the fumes will definitely burn your corneas off. If it has a window in the door, use that. And besides, they cook for such a short period of time, I think you can hold back the anticipation for the 6 minutes they are in the oven.The dough should be flavored (anise or lemon is best), and they must be frosted--either with a buttercream or if you want to get nice and fancy, a royal icing. The dough isn't very sweet, so it gets it sweetness from the frosting.Lorann Oils has the most amazing baking supplies you will be hard pressed to go anywhere else. Yes, they are on the spendy side, but you get what you pay for. Their flavorings--extracts and emulsions--are superb and what professional bakers use. Highly recommend perusing their site and getting your wish list together.PRO: The ammonium carbonate is an amazing leavening agent, and fantastic reactions from people when you tell them they've just bitten into an ammonia cookie;CON: Can't think of any
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I don't know too many people that know anything about this--and I love the look on their faces when you tell them they are eating ammonia cookies! LOL (Hey, ya gotta have some fun in life, right?). I was brought up on these cookies, so the 'freak factor' of the ammonium carbonate is long gone for me. I use this with a family recipe from the late 1800's as a substitute for the standard sugar cut-out cookie, and the cookies always turn out perfect. And I mean perfect. They are light, airy, yet hold their shape and don't fall apart. Providing you don't roll the dough too thin, you get a substantial cookie (a good 1/4"+ thick) that isn't tough, has visible layers and has an excellent 'crumb'.

One bonus is that no one eats the raw dough--so you get to have ALL the cookies baked. Another bonus is that it cleans your oven at the same time! (Kidding!), but I will warn you, DO NOT OPEN that oven door to check on them--the fumes will definitely burn your corneas off. If it has a window in the door, use that. And besides, they cook for such a short period of time, I think you can hold back the anticipation for the 6 minutes they are in the oven.

The dough should be flavored (anise or lemon is best), and they must be frosted--either with a buttercream or if you want to get nice and fancy, a royal icing. The dough isn't very sweet, so it gets it sweetness from the frosting.

Lorann Oils has the most amazing baking supplies you will be hard pressed to go anywhere else. Yes, they are on the spendy side, but you get what you pay for. Their flavorings--extracts and emulsions--are superb and what professional bakers use. Highly recommend perusing their site and getting your wish list together.

PRO: The ammonium carbonate is an amazing leavening agent, and fantastic reactions from people when you tell them they've just bitten into an ammonia cookie;
CON: Can't think of any
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