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    Dri-Pak Bicarbonate of Soda 500g

    Dri-Pak Bicarbonate of Soda 500g

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    Bicarbonate of Soda (Baking Soda)

    Bicarbonate of soda, also called baking soda or sodium bicarbonate, is a fine white powder that helps cakes, breads and biscuits rise. It starts to work when it meets an acidic ingredient such as buttermilk, yoghurt or lemon juice. Home bakers keep it for soda bread, gingerbread, cookies and pancakes.

    How Bicarbonate of Soda Works in Baking

    Bicarbonate of soda makes bubbles of gas when it is mixed with an acid and moisture. These bubbles lift the mixture as it bakes and give a lighter crumb.

    It also helps baked goods turn golden brown. Many cookie and gingerbread recipes use it for this reason as well as for lift.

    Ways to Use Bicarbonate of Soda

    • Irish soda bread made with buttermilk
    • Ginger biscuits, gingerbread and parkin
    • Chocolate cake with cocoa, vinegar or yoghurt
    • Fluffy pancakes and drop scones
    • Crisp batter for pakoras and bhajis
    • A pinch in the soaking water for chickpeas, to help them cook softer

    Tips for Using Bicarbonate of Soda

    Bicarbonate of soda is strong, so most recipes only need a small amount, often half to one teaspoon. Too much can leave a soapy or metallic taste.

    Mix it well into the dry ingredients before adding liquid. Put the bake in the oven soon after mixing, because the bubbles start to form straight away.

    Bicarbonate of Soda FAQ

    Is bicarbonate of soda the same as baking powder?

    No, they are not the same. Baking powder already contains an acid, so it can work on its own. Bicarbonate of soda needs an acid in the recipe to make it rise.

    Can I swap bicarbonate of soda for baking powder?

    Not one for one. Follow the recipe, because the amounts and the acid in the mixture are balanced to suit the raising agent it names.

    Why does my baking taste soapy?

    A soapy taste usually means too much bicarbonate of soda or not enough acid to use it up. Measure with level spoons and check the recipe includes an acidic ingredient.

    Add bicarbonate of soda to your basket ready for the next loaf of soda bread or tray of ginger biscuits.

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    Allergen Warning

    This product is produced in a factory which handles nuts, peanuts, cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, milk, sesame, mustard, soya, celery and sulphites.

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