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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Whisk together flour, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Baking soda and baking powder can also be placed on a stovetop in a pan.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
This ritual is meant to cleanse the home of chametz (food and drink containing yeast or baking powder) to remind Jews of the flat loaves the ancient Jews baked in the sun for their hasty escape.
—Holly Rizzuto Palker, Parents, 27 Mar. 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
—Ana Calderone, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Baking soda and baking powder can also be placed on a stovetop in a pan.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
This ritual is meant to cleanse the home of chametz (food and drink containing yeast or baking powder) to remind Jews of the flat loaves the ancient Jews baked in the sun for their hasty escape.
—Holly Rizzuto Palker, Parents, 27 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for baking powder
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“Baking powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baking%20powder. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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