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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Meanwhile, while bacon cooks, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
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Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
In a medium bowl mix flour, baking powder and sugar.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups flour, baking powder, 1 1/2 tsp.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
In contrast, traditional flour tortillas are typically made with white flour, water, a source of fat like vegetable shortening, lard, or oil, salt, and leavening agents like baking powder.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 2 Sep. 2025
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Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025
In a medium bowl mix flour, baking powder and sugar.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups flour, baking powder, 1 1/2 tsp.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
In contrast, traditional flour tortillas are typically made with white flour, water, a source of fat like vegetable shortening, lard, or oil, salt, and leavening agents like baking powder.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 2 Sep. 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 16 Sep. 2025.
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