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If there is no baking powder: hostesses provided 4 tips on how to make pastries fluffy.

Maria Tsikhotska

If there is no baking powder: hostesses provided 4 tips on how to make pastries fluffy.
Soda and a mixture of baking soda and vinegar can replace baking powder

Baking powder is a special ingredient used to leaven dough in baked goods. It typically consists of starch or flour, baking soda, and citric acid, creating a reaction that helps the dough rise. But what can you do when you run out of baking powder and can't make it to the store? We'll guide you on how to handle this situation and offer alternatives to replace baking powder, ensuring your pastries stay fluffy and delicious.

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To substitute baking powder, it's important to understand that it works by releasing carbon dioxide through a reaction between baking soda and citric acid. Therefore, you need a replacement that can mimic this reaction. Here are some options:

    1. Baking soda: This alternative is suitable for various dough types, especially when your recipe includes acidic ingredients. You can replace baking powder with an equal amount of baking soda (a 1:1 ratio). Use baking soda in its pure form without mixing it with vinegar.
    2. Baking soda and vinegar: This substitute for baking powder is also suitable for different types of dough but requires acidic ingredients in your recipe. Typically, you can replace 1 teaspoon of baking powder with 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar. Quickly add the dissolved soda to prevent the escape of carbon dioxide.
    3. Alcohol: This replacement for baking powder is ideal for yeast dough. Alcohol not only helps the dough rise but also imparts a delicate flavor. Add 1 tablespoon of alcohol per kilogram of dough.
    4. Sparkling water: You can use this option instead of baking powder in various dough types that require water. Just substitute plain water with highly carbonated water according to your recipe.

Using these baking powder substitutes, you can bake fluffy pastries even if you don't have regular baking powder.

To recap, we've already written how to make the perfect dough for cherry dumplings.

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