baking powder
noun
: a powder used as a leavening agent in making baked goods (such as quick breads) that typically consists of sodium bicarbonate, an acidic substance (such as cream of tartar), and starch or flour
Examples of baking powder in a Sentence
The recipe calls for a teaspoon of baking powder.
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Initial testing revealed the white powder in the bags to be baking powder, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office said.
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Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2024
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl set aside.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
—Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Whisk together the flour, both cornmeals, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
—Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
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Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2024
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl set aside.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
—Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2024
Whisk together the flour, both cornmeals, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
—Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Baking powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baking%20powder. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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