The Art of French Pastry

(Chris Devlin) #1

BAKING POWDER


Baking powder is a white
powder that acts as a
leavening agent; it usually
contains baking soda and
cream of tartar. It is used
in most quick bread
recipes and reacts with
acids, humidity, and also
heat. Baking powder keeps
very well at room
temperature in an airtight
container or in its original

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