How to Make a Baking Powder Substitute

Making a recipe that calls for baking powder, when you have none on hand, can be frustrating. A baking powder substitute can be made using baking soda and cream of tartar.

Things You'll Need

  • Baking Soda
  • Cream of Tartar

Instructions

  1. In a very small bowl with a tight fitting lid, place 1 teaspoon of baking soda.

  2. In the same bowl, place 2 teaspoons cream of tartar.

  3. Put the lid on the bowl and shake it vigorously to mix the baking powder substitute.

  4. For each teaspoon of baking powder called for in the recipe, add 3/4 teaspoon of the baking powder substitute.

  5. Label the remaining baking powder substitute to have on hand for another day and store in a cool, dry area.

  6. If you do not have cream of tartar on hand, this substitute can can be used in place of baking powder also: 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and substitute ONE of the following for 1/2 cup of liquid in the recipe: buttermilk, sour cream or yogurt.