Baking Powder (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various powdered mixtures used in baking as a substitute for yeast.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- She carefully measured out the baking powder to add lift to her favorite cake recipe.
- Baking powder is a common ingredient in many recipes for quick breads and muffins.
- When using baking powder, be sure to mix the ingredients together quickly to avoid releasing the gas too soon.
- The recipe called for a teaspoon of baking powder to help the cookies rise evenly.
- These biscuits rely on baking powder rather than yeast for their light and fluffy texture.