How do you substute baking bowder in pancakes?

You can't *directly* substitute baking powder in pancakes. Baking powder is a leavening agent, meaning it creates the air bubbles that make pancakes fluffy.

Here's why you can't just swap it out:

* Baking powder contains both baking soda and an acid. These ingredients react together to create the gas that makes pancakes rise.

* Baking soda is just sodium bicarbonate. It needs an acid to activate.

However, you can use baking soda *with* an acid to create a similar leavening effect to baking powder:

* For every 1 teaspoon of baking powder, use 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of an acid.

* Common acids for baking: buttermilk, yogurt, lemon juice, cream of tartar, or vinegar.

Important notes:

* Adjust the amount of acid based on your recipe. Too much acid will make your pancakes sour.

* If you're using an acidic ingredient like buttermilk, you may need to reduce the amount of additional acid you add.

* Always measure ingredients carefully. Too much or too little leavening agent can affect the texture of your pancakes.

Here's an example of how to substitute baking powder in a pancake recipe:

Original recipe:

* 1 cup flour

* 1 teaspoon baking powder

* ...

Modified recipe:

* 1 cup flour

* 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

* 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (or other acid)

* ...

Remember, the results may vary slightly from using baking powder alone. Experiment and adjust your recipe as needed!