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Baking Powder
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What is Baking Powder?

Baking powder is a chemical that is used as a leavening (rising) agent in baking. Baking powder is made up of baking soda, cornstarch and some form of acid like cream of tartar. The term "double acting" refers to the way the gas is released, first when the baking powder comes in contact with moisture and later again when the mixture is heated.

Substitute for Baking Powder

1/2 tsp cream of tartar plus 1/4 tsp baking soda

Equivalents

7 oz. can baking powder = 1 1/4 cups, 16 2/3 tbsp., 60 tsp.

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Nutrition Information For Baking Powder

Serving Size
1 tsp
 
Calories
2
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 488mg
20%
Potassium
1g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
0%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Baking Powder Recipes

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