Bicarbonate of Soda/Baking Soda 200g

A raising agent often used in baked goods such as soda bread, gingerbread, pancakes and fruit cakes. When added to mixtures, bicarbonate of soda produces carbon dioxide, which results in a lighter texture in baked bread or cakes. This needs moisture to activate and is often combined with yoghurt, buttermilk or milk. Baking soda is well known for achieving the light fluffy texture in American pancakes. Try stirring into a home made caramel before setting, to create honeycomb. This can also be used to make baking powder, by combining 1/2tsp cream of tartar with 1/4tsp bicarbonate of soda.