vegetarian baking soda
substitute.

10 vegetarian substitutes for baking soda — top pick Baking Powder at 100% function match.

all substitutes on this page are vegetarian

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01

Baking Powder

10.0
1 tsp : 1/4 tsp

Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp baking soda; omit or reduce acidic ingredients like buttermilk

02

Egg

5.0
1 tsp : 1/4 tsp

Whipped egg whites add lift in cakes and souffles when baking soda is unavailable

03

Cream Of Tartar

5.0
1 1/2 tsp : 1 tsp

Mix 1 tsp baking soda + 1.5 tsp cream of tartar to replace 2.5 tsp baking powder

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04

Buttermilk

5.0
1/2 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Replace liquid with buttermilk and add baking powder; acid reactivates leavening

05

Kefir

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Replace part of liquid with kefir; its acidity boosts baking powder for similar rise

06

Plain Yogurt

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Replace part of liquid with yogurt plus baking powder; acid triggers similar rise

07

Lemon Juice

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/4 tsp

Lemon juice activates extra baking powder for mild lift; works in pancakes and quick breads

08

Apple Cider Vinegar

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/4 tsp

Adds acidity to boost baking powder; use in quick breads and cakes for similar rise

09

Distilled Vinegar

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/4 tsp

Neutral acidity to activate leavening; use with baking powder in cakes and muffins

10

Whey

0.0
1/2 tsp : 1/2 tsp

Acidic whey replaces part of liquid; combine with baking powder for rise in quick breads

pitfalls to avoid

watch out

Baking Powder: Use 3 tsp baking powder per 1 tsp soda

watch out

Egg: Whipped whites add lift only in specific recipes

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