Baking soda vs Baking powder

A side-by-side guide to substituting Baking powder for Baking soda (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 3 tsp of Baking powder for every 1 tsp of Baking soda.

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Baking soda

Base unit: tsp

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Baking powder

Conversion: Use 3× as much (3 tsp per 1 tsp)

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Notes: Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp baking soda. Note: baking powder contains salt, so reduce added salt slightly.

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When to use Baking powder instead of Baking soda

Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp baking soda. Note: baking powder contains salt, so reduce added salt slightly. The conversion is use 3× as much (3 tsp per 1 tsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Baking powder for Baking soda?

Yes — Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp baking soda. Note: baking powder contains salt, so reduce added salt slightly. Ratio: Use 3× as much (3 tsp per 1 tsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Baking soda to Baking powder?

Use 3× as much (3 tsp per 1 tsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Baking soda and Baking powder interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp baking soda..

Is Baking powder a better substitute than other options for Baking soda?

Baking powder is one of the options SubSwap lists for Baking soda. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Baking soda substitutes.

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