Recipes Everyday Cooking Baking Powder Substitute 5.0 (2) 2 Reviews 2 Photos This baking powder substitute works every bit as well as the real thing. Have you ever been halfway through a recipe only to realize you don't have the baking powder you need to complete it? This simple substitution will help you out in a pinch. It will become active as soon as it is mixed with any liquid ingredients, so be sure to bake the batter immediately. Submitted by Rachael Varblow Updated on June 21, 2023 Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 2 Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Yield: 1 teaspoon Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings ½ teaspoon cream of tartar ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon cornstarch Directions Mix together cream of tartar, baking soda, and cornstarch in a small bowl until well combined. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 6 Calories 2g Carbs Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Calories 6 % Daily Value * Sodium 316mg 14% Total Carbohydrate 2g 1% Calcium 0mg 0% Iron 0mg 1% Potassium 248mg 5% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.