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 the flour, baking powder, and salt together. —Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026

Chemical sanitizer bottles were stored next to baking powder. —Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026

Sift the flour, potato flour, baking powder and salt together. —Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026

Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a mixing bowl. —Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 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)