What type of acid does baking powder contain?
Baking powder contains both an acid and a base. The acid is typically one of the following:
* Tartaric acid
* Monocalcium phosphate (MCP)
* Sodium acid pyrophosphate (SAPP)
The base is usually sodium bicarbonate (baking soda).
The reaction between the acid and base is what causes the baking powder to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes baked goods rise.
Baking Basics
- How to Fix Dry Fondant (6 Steps)
- How to Fix an Underbaked Cake
- Substitutes for White Sugar in a Cake
- Can you make self-raising flour by adding baking powder to plain flour?
- How to Bake a Thin Beef Steak (3 Steps)
- How do you bake brownies with a waffle iron?
- Do You Use Self Rising or All Purpose Flour for Red Velvet Cake?
- How to Chill a Cheesecake in the Freezer (3 Steps)
- Can you freeze baked Alaska before baking?
- Can You Grease a Pan With Canola Oil?
Baking Basics
- Bakeware
- Baking Basics
- Baking Techniques
- Cooking Techniques
- Cooking Utensils
- Cookware
- Easy Recipes
- Green
- Produce & Pantry
- Spices
