Baking Powder

Double Acting Baking Powder

Double acting baking powder is a leavening agent that is used in baking.  It helps doughs and batters rise.  The results are light and airy cakes, cookies, muffins, and pretzels.

 

Baking Powder 10#

Baking powder is a dry chemical leavening agent.  It is a mixture of bicarbonate, an acid such as cream of tartar, and a filler such as corn starch.  In baking, when mixed with a liquid, It creates a chemical reaction that makes dough rise.  The result is light and fluffy baked goods.