Homemade Baking Powder Recipe
This homemade baking powder recipe uses simple pantry ingredients. A fresh, aluminum-free, from-scratch staple for any homestead kitchen.
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Servings: 12 teaspoon
Calories: 9kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon cream of tartar
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, but recommended)
Instructions
- Whisk cream of tartar, baking soda, and cornstarch in a small bowl until combined.
- Add to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry location for up to one month.
- Use exactly like store-bought baking powder. One teaspoon of homemade baking powder = one teaspoon of commercial baking powder.
Notes
- Always use fresh baking soda; if it's old or clumpy, it may not activate.
- Be sure to add cornstarch; it keeps the baking powder from clumping, especially helpful during humid weather.
- Make small batches; it stays potent for one month. After that, the rising power weakens.
- If you go through a lot of baking powder, feel free to double or triple this recipe.
- To test if it's still effective, drop ½ teaspoon into a hot cup of water. Lots of bubbles mean it's ready for action.
Nutrition
Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.002g | Sodium: 275mg | Potassium: 407mg | Fiber: 0.01g
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