Baking powder substitute
1 teaspoon baking powder = 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
Substitutes for 1 teaspoon baking powder
Option 1
1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
Mix and use at once. Works in everything, and is what baking powder is made of.
Option 2
1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt
Cut the other liquid in the recipe by 1/2 cup. Good for pancakes, biscuits and quick breads.
Option 3
1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
Works in a cake or muffin batter. Add the acid with the other liquids.
Amounts are for a US recipe. Need to convert them? See cups to grams.
Questions
What can I use instead of baking powder?
For 1 teaspoon baking powder, you can use 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; or 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt; or 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar.
What is the best substitute for baking powder?
For most recipes, use 1/4 teaspoon baking soda + 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar. Mix and use at once. Works in everything, and is what baking powder is made of.
Anything to watch for when swapping baking powder?
Baking powder loses its power over time. To test it, stir 1 teaspoon into hot water. If it fizzes strongly, it is fine.