Baking Powder To Flour Ratio
Let’s talk about the baking powder to flour ratio—because nothing says “culinary disaster” like a cake that either doesn’t rise or tastes like a science experiment gone wrong. The golden rule is 1 to 2 teaspoons of baking powder per cup of flour. Yes, it’s that simple, but don’t let the simplicity fool you. Too much baking powder, and your baked goods will puff up like a balloon and then collapse faster than your New Year’s resolutions. Too little, and you’ll end up with something denser than a brick—great for construction, not so much for dessert.
Here’s a quick cheat sheet to keep you on track:
- 1 cup of flour = 1 to 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 2 cups of flour = 2 to 4 teaspoons of baking powder
- 3 cups of flour = 3 to 6 teaspoons of baking powder
Remember, this ratio is your baking BFF. Stick to it, and your cakes, muffins, and cookies will rise to the occasion—literally. Ignore it, and well, let’s just say your oven might judge you.
