Best baking soda substitute for muffins?
Baking Powder, used at Use 3x the amount of baking powder (1 tsp soda = 1 tbsp powder). Won't create the same browning. May need to remove other acids from recipe.
Best Baking Soda Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads
Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.
Can I make muffins or quick bread without baking soda?
Yes. Start with Baking Powder at Use 3x the amount of baking powder (1 tsp soda = 1 tbsp powder), then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
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Baking Powder
Use Use 3x the amount of baking powder (1 tsp soda = 1 tbsp powder)
Won't create the same browning. May need to remove other acids from recipe.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of baking soda weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of baking soda is treated as 216 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Baking Soda cups to grams →