I sometimes receive messages from readers who say they followed my recipe to the letter, but theircakedidnt rise.
If it bubbles, its still good.
If not, its no good!
If it foams when you pour over boiling water, the baking powder is active!
Pour over 1/4 cup (65ml) boiling water.
Dead If it doesnt foam, then the baking powder is dead.
Time to get another!
If it foams when you pour over boiling water, the baking powder is active!
Baking powder can go off even if it is not past its expiry date.
Patisseries and restaurants replace baking powder regularly to ensure it is fresh.
Here he is, just looking cute.
How to test if baking powder is still active: pour 1/4 cup boiling water over 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. If it foams, the baking powder is still good. If not, it’s dead. Time to get another!
