What can I use instead of bicarbonate of soda for baking?

Table of Contents:

1. What can I use instead of bicarbonate of soda for baking?
2. Can I substitute self-raising flour for plain?
3. Can I use bread flour instead of plain flour?
4. What else can I use bread flour for?
5. Can I use self-rising flour in place of all purpose?
6. Can I mix all purpose and bread flour?

What can I use instead of bicarbonate of soda for baking?

baking powder

Can I substitute self-raising flour for plain?

If the recipe calls for plain flour with the addition of baking powder (or another leavening agent), self-raising flour can be used instead, simply omit the leavening agent. If the recipe does not include baking powder or a leavening agent, do not substitute plain flour with self-raising flour.

Can I use bread flour instead of plain flour?

At 12- to 13-percent protein content, bread flour is stronger than all-purpose flour, but it can generally be substituted for all-purpose, and vice versa. However, it's important to remember that bread flour's increased protein could result in a dough or batter that's dry, so you may need to add water.

What else can I use bread flour for?

The high protein content means that bread flour has more gluten in it, which makes the dough more elastic and light and results in a chewy and airy texture when baked....Here are a few uses for bread flour:

• Sourdough Bread.
• White Bread.
• Pretzels.
• Dinner Rolls.
• Cinnamon Buns.
• Bagels.

Can I use self-rising flour in place of all purpose?

To substitute self-rising for all-purpose flour, look for recipes that use baking powder: about ½ teaspoon per cup of flour, minimum. ... Self-rising flour will work just fine in recipes using about 1/2 teaspoon (and up to 1 teaspoon*) baking powder per cup of flour.

Can I mix all purpose and bread flour?

The answer is yes! If you're wondering if you can use all purpose flour in place of bread flour or vice versa, you can! While the results may not be exactly the same, it will not ruin your baked goods entirely, and you'll still end up with a great result.