Can you use something else instead of baking powder in your pancakes?

Yes, there are several substitutes for baking powder in pancakes. Here are a few options:

* Baking soda and vinegar: This combination creates a chemical reaction that releases carbon dioxide gas, which acts as a leavening agent. Use 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar per cup of flour.

* Self-rising flour: This type of flour already contains baking powder, so you don't need to add any extra.

* Cream of tartar and baking soda: This combination works similarly to baking powder, with the cream of tartar acting as an acid and the baking soda reacting with it to produce carbon dioxide gas. Use 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda per cup of flour.

* Sourdough starter: This fermented dough contains natural yeast and bacteria that can leaven pancakes. Use 1/2 cup of sourdough starter per cup of flour.

* Yeast: Yeast is a fungus that produces carbon dioxide gas as it grows. Use 1 teaspoon of yeast per cup of flour. However, you will need to let the pancake batter rise for at least 30 minutes before cooking to give the yeast time to activate.