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

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. —Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026

The dry ingredients are gradually added to the wet ingredients, with the leaveners (like baking powder and baking soda) providing the airy texture. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026

To prepare it, combine rolled oats with your milk of choice, eggs, your preferred sweetener, oil or butter, and baking powder. —Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 May 2026

Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. —Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 11 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for baking powder

• chowder
• crowder
• louder
• prouder
• gunpowder

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)