Learn how to make homemade baking powder with just two ingredients! This quick kitchen hack is a lifesaver when you’re in a pinch and don’t have time to run to your local grocery store!
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Pin RecipeHave you ever been halfway through a recipe and realized you didn’t have any baking powder? Been there. Done that. Luckily, it’s really easy to make baking powder from scratch with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand!
Don’t worry about having to break out the chemistry set to create your own baking powder at home. This recipe is quite simple and only requires two ingredients.
As soon as you mix them, you can get back to making cookies, cakes, and all sorts of sweet treats without missing an ingredient.
For example, you can use this simple baking powder recipe in some of these 29+ Best Christmas Cookies and Candies That Are Easy to Make!
How To Make Homemade Baking Powder
If you tend to keep your baking pantry pretty stocked, chances are you will have all of the ingredients you need at home to make homemade baking powder.
After all, baking soda and cream of tartar are key to making other cakes and cookies, especially Snickerdoodles. So, even if you don’t have them on hand, they are worth buying to keep in your pantry!
Next time you run out of baking powder, don’t rush out to the market. Instead, try making your own with this simple recipe. It will be perfect for making our Homemade Coffee Cake or our Cookies And Cream Cookies.
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Ingredients for Homemade Baking Powder
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Baking Soda
- Cream of Tartar
- Cornstarch – optional, only add if not using right away.
How to Make Homemade Baking Powder
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the baking soda and cream of tartar. Mix to combine.
- Store: If not using right away, add the cornstarch. Then, store it in an airtight container.
Quick Tip
Make sure everything is mixed thoroughly. Cornstarch is known to clump up. So, you’ll want to mix out all of the lumps.
How to Store Homemade Baking Powder
You’ll want to keep the homemade baking powder in an airtight container. This ensures it keeps its freshness long after you make it.
One of the best airtight containers to use is a mason jar. The jar has a tight-fitting lid that makes sure the homemade baking powder stays nice and fresh. Plus, it has a large mouth to get the right amount of powder out. That way it doesn’t spill all over the place.
FAQs
For best results, homemade baking powder should be used in the first six months. After that, you may notice that it’s less powerful and might have some problems in your recipes.
Yes! It is best to keep baking powder out of the fridge in a cool and dry place.
Baking powder can become less potent over time. To check if it’s still good, pour 1/4 boiling water over 1/2 tsp of baking powder. If the powder bubbles, it is still in good shape. If you don’t see any bubbles, it is time for a new batch.
Homemade Baking Powder
Equipment
- measuring spoons
- bowl
Ingredients
- 1 part baking soda (usually 1 teaspoon) baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)
- 2 parts cream of tartar (usually 2 teaspoons)
Instructions
- Measure out the desired amount of homemade baking powder you need for your recipe. A common ratio is 1 part baking soda to 2 parts cream of tartar.
- In a small bowl, add the measured amount of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate).1 part baking soda
- Add twice that amount of cream of tartar to the same bowl.2 parts cream of tartar
- Use a whisk or a fork to thoroughly mix the baking soda and cream of tartar together. Ensure that they are well combined, and there are no lumps.
- Your homemade baking powder is now ready to use in your recipes that call for baking powder. Use it immediately in your baking or cooking.
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