How Do You Mix in Baking

STIR: This method is the simplest, as it involves mixing all the ingredients together with a utensil, usually a spoon, using a circular motion. BEAT: The ingredients are moved vigorously in a back and forth, up and down, and around and around motion until they are smooth.

What means mix well?

adjective (well mixed when postpositive) (of ingredients, constituents, etc) formed or blended together thoroughly.

How do you mix dry flour?

Stir the dry ingredients (flour, leavening, salt, spices) together. Then use a spatula or wooden spoon ($5, Target) to gently push the dry ingredients against the sides of the bowl to make a well (pictured above). Once you’ve made a well in the dry ingredients, gently pour wet ingredients into the center.