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Can I Use Baking Powder Instead of Yeast (active dry)?

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Baking Powder → Yeast (active dry): 1 tsp baking powder per 1/4 tsp yeast (for quick breads)

For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.

Overview

Yes! Use Baking Powder as a substitute for yeast (active dry) at 1 tsp baking powder per 1/4 tsp yeast (for quick breads). For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.

Key Details

Baking Powder → Yeast (active dry): 1 tsp baking powder per 1/4 tsp yeast (for quick breads)
For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.

Why This Matters

Baking Powder can replace yeast (active dry) in most recipes
For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.

How To

1Use 1 tsp baking powder per 1/4 tsp yeast (for quick breads) of baking powder
2For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.
3Taste and adjust as needed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, use 1 tsp baking powder per 1/4 tsp yeast (for quick breads). For non-yeasted quick breads only. Different texture — no fermentation flavor.