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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.
Recent Examples on the Web
To make the dumplings, in a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024
In the bowl of a stand mixer, stir together cake flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 5 June 2024
The biscuits on top come out fluffy and tender, thanks to a little baking soda in addition to baking powder.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 3 June 2024
Separately, whisk together currants, flour, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt.
—Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 13 Apr. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1846, in the meaning defined above
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“Baking powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baking%20powder. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
baking powder
noun
: a powder that usually consists of sodium bicarbonate, an acidic substance (as cream of tartar), and starch or flour and that makes the dough rise in baked goods (as cakes)
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