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Homemade Baking Powder - Tip of the Day

Halfway through a baking project and realize you're out of baking powder? Make your own with these substitutions.



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Most North American baking powders are double-acting, meaning it leavens when liquid is added and when it heats up. If you don't have baking powder at home, substitute 1 teaspoon of double-acting baking powder with:

  • 1/4 tsp baking soda + 1/4 tsp cornstarch + 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 1/4 tsp single-acting baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp phosphate or tartrate baking powder
  • 1 tsp ammonium bicarbonate (creates light, airy cookies; best for small bakes goods so ammonia odor can evaporate during baking)
[Via The Food Substitution Bible, page 38.]

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