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CB exam key facts

The RBA Certified Baker exam has a passing score of 75% for both the written and practical portions. Source
Certified Baker candidates must complete their exams within two years of the RBA accepting their application. Source

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100

Questions

120 min

Time Limit

75.00%

Passing Score

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✍️ Sample CB Questions & Answers

1. Which piping tip produces a star-shaped rosette or shell border?

✓ Star tip (e.g., #1M or #2D)

Star tips have multiple points that create ridged, star-shaped rosettes and classic shell borders commonly used in cake decorating.

2. What does the term 'oven spring' refer to in baking?

✓ The rapid rise of dough due to gas expansion

'Oven spring' refers to the rapid rise of dough during the first few minutes of baking due to gas expansion.

3. What is the significance of using an egg wash on baked goods?

✓ To enhance browning and add shine

Egg wash is applied to baked goods to enhance browning, add shine, and improve texture.

4. What is 'proofing' in bread production?

✓ The final fermentation rest after shaping, before baking

Proofing is the final fermentation stage after shaping where the dough rises before it goes into the oven.

5. What is the difference between a tart and a pie in professional baking?

✓ Tarts use a straight-sided pan and are typically freestanding with a firmer crust, while pies use sloped-sided pans and are served from the dish

Tarts are made in straight-sided, shallow pans and can be removed for freestanding presentation, while pies are baked in sloped-sided dishes and served directly from them.

6. In pastry production, what does 'blind baking' refer to?

✓ Baking a pastry shell without filling, using weights to prevent puffing

Blind baking means pre-baking a pastry shell without its filling, using pie weights or dried beans to keep the crust flat and prevent it from puffing.

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