Baking Powder vs. Baking Soda- Kitchen Conundrums with Thomas Joseph

Thomas Joseph shares his tips on how to substitute baking powder for baking soda and vice versa. He’ll also discuss how the two work to leaven your baked goods.

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[mapleflagg]

Thank you!!! This info saved my cornbread! I didn’t have baking powder and had already mixed most of the ingredients so there was no turning back. After watching this video. I added 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup butter milk to the other liquids and a tsp white vinegar and it came out perfect!!! Who knew???
Thanks again! 💯💯💯

[avinsharma]

I love this series. I am 14 and I learn a lot about cooking and baking.

[bambino]

Another great video. But I was wondering, why some recipes call for using both? Is it only for maximazing the leavening process or is there any other reason? Thanks

[sanaomar]

Great 👍 ! Who else follows everyday food just for him?

[MrAllywood]

this is why I like Kitchen Conundrum and Thomas Joseph

[lavrynthos]

This is great. Explained to perfection. THANK YOU

[maylien]

Good tips ! I already knew most of this info but I still learned a few extra things . Never too old to learn a new trick. So thanks.

[RolosMom]

Very articulate and easy to understand!

[mramandeeps]

Thank you. This question has been bothering me for years. Now I can die in peace.✌✌✌

[maelenaorellanapalma]

Finally 🙌 an understable explanation. Thank you !!!

[nathes]

Genius of the world of cooking! One of my favorite shows

[johnbunting]

Thank you. This question has been bothering me for years.

[rhythm]

I had this doubts for years .. this is a great video..

[janemackrell]

Thank you! I’ve been asking this question for decades

[coogallypuff]

I would also add that a good acid you could add to baking soda is cream of tartar. It doesn't impart any flavors like the acids he mentioned. It's available in nearly all grocery stores in the spice aisle.

[therapeuticcalm]

Love Kitchen Conundrums thank you so very much Thomas.

[ScottRawdin]

How wonderful to have such a pleasant, clear, intelligent explanation... with joy and grace ;o) Thank you.

[angiemortensen]

Nicely done Thomas, OMGOSH I totally understand now. I have been looking for so long for an answer like this one. Thank you soooo much

[dotienoo]

Thank you so much. Clear and straight to the point.

[fabulousbakery]

I'm happy I came across this, been wondering for days what's the correlation between baking powder & baking soda.