ickejäst

Icke-jäst refers to products that do not contain yeast as an ingredient. Yeast is a single-celled microorganism used in baking to make dough rise, and in brewing and winemaking to ferment sugars into alcohol. Therefore, icke-jäst items are typically made without the use of this leavening agent or fermenting agent.

In baking, icke-jäst products often rely on other methods for leavening. Chemical leaveners such as baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and baking powder (a mixture of baking soda and an acidifying agent) are commonly used to produce carbon dioxide gas, which causes batters and doughs to rise. Examples of icke-jäst baked goods include quick breads, muffins, pancakes, and some types of crackers and cookies. These are distinct from traditional yeast-leavened breads like sourdough or baguette.

In beverages, the term icke-jäst would refer to drinks that have not undergone fermentation by yeast. This would include most non-alcoholic beverages like fruit juices, sodas, and water. In the context of alcoholic beverages, it would exclude traditional beer, wine, and spirits, which all depend on yeast for their production. Some non-alcoholic alternatives to beer or wine might be produced without yeast, though often they are made by removing alcohol from a fermented product. The absence of yeast is a key characteristic of these icke-jäst items.