Does Caffeine Get Cooked Out of Baked Goods?
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Contrary to a common baking myth, caffeine is a remarkably heat-stable compound and does not evaporate or break down during standard baking temperatures. Unlike alcohol, which has a low boiling point and cooks off easily, caffeine's chemical structure requires far more heat to affect its potency. This means any baked goods made with coffee, chocolate, or espresso powder retain their caffeine content.
