baking powder

noun

: a powder used as a leavening agent in making baked goods (such as quick breads) that typically consists of sodium bicarbonate, an acidic substance (such as cream of tartar), and starch or flour

Examples of baking powder in a Sentence

The recipe calls for a teaspoon of baking powder.

Recent Examples on the Web

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. —Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 7 Jan. 2025

To make the flour coating, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper in a large, shallow baking dish (or large resealable plastic bag). —Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 2024

In a large bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024

Add nori, matzoh meal, flax meal, 1/4 cup of the water, pepper, salt, lemon zest, potato starch, and baking powder and mix until combined. —Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 12 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

baking powder

noun

: a powder that usually consists of sodium bicarbonate, an acidic substance (as cream of tartar), and starch or flour and that makes the dough rise in baked goods (as cakes)