Wondering how to tell if your baking powder is too old? Did you know that you should test your baking powder every now and again to ensure it is still fresh?
Put one tsp in 1/3 cup of water. If it does not fizz toss the baking powder-it’s too old.
How to tell if your baking powder is too old
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Ginny
Does it matter if the water is hot or cold? Thank you!
Sweet Basil
Hey Ginny! Great questions! I’ve always just used tap water.
Corn
Great tip, thanks. I bake all the time and I have never checked my baking powder….
Car
Wow, I didn't know that! I just posted my g-ma's pancake recipe on my blog, hope you don't mind if I pass on your tip!(I will totally give you credit *wink*)
Jennifer
Our local grocery store started carrying really small cans of baking powder. At first I was irritated, then I realized that would help it stay fresh if I went through it faster.
Emily
Ahh good to know! Love your site design!
Frieda
I'm gonna check mine. Hubby's complaining that his pancakes are going flat…thanks!