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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In a large bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, salt and baking powder.
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Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and 1 ½ teaspoons apple pie spice.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Start by mixing together your dry ingredients, including all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2024
Sift together flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl, and set aside.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and 1 ½ teaspoons apple pie spice.
—Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Start by mixing together your dry ingredients, including all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2024
Sift together flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl, and set aside.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Baking powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baking%20powder. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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