Dear Dave,
Is there an alternative to using baking powder in a recipe? I noticed that my brand, Rumford, had cornstarch in the ingredients which I’d like to avoid.
Diane of Tucson, AZ
***After my initial reply that there were no cornstarch-free baking powders and that baking soda is not an equal substitute (results will vary with soda…) Diane embarked on a quest to figure this one out.***
Her findings:
1) HAIN does produce a cornstarch free baking powder; potato starch is used instead.
a. It is fun & easy to make your own baking powder!!
The Formula:
2 parts Cream of Tartar (naturally occurring byproduct of winemaking)
1 part Baking Soda
NOTE: Depending on how fresh your ingredients are the homemade powder may cause excess rising! Start by using 3/4 of the amount called for and do a test batch (don’t start with a wedding cake…)
Special Thanks to Diane for her diligence and label-reading skills, you have been awarded the pancake merit badge for your efforts.
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Posted on April 28, 2012 by Sheri Lynn
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