Using Baking Soda + Plain Yogurt Instead of Baking Powder
Ratio
¼ tsp baking soda + ½ cup plain yogurt per 1 tsp baking powder; reduce other liquid by ½ cup
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
Adds tenderness and a faint tang. Suits muffins and coffee cakes; awkward in recipes with little liquid to replace.
The Science Behind This Swap
Yogurt's lactic acid reacts with the soda, and its body adds structure and moisture.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 6% across brands and measuring methods (173g-195g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
How Baking Soda + Plain Yogurt Compares for Baking Powder
Quality rating: good. Adds tenderness and a faint tang. Suits muffins and coffee cakes; awkward in recipes with little liquid to replace.