Using Baking Soda + Lemon Juice Instead of Eno (Fruit Salt)
Ratio
1/4 tsp baking soda + 1 tsp lemon juice per 1 tsp Eno
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
DIY fruit salt. Add right before steaming. Slightly less aggressive lift.
The Science Behind This Swap
DIY fruit salt. Add right before steaming. Slightly less aggressive lift.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 6% across brands and measuring methods (244g-276g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
What Works & What Doesn't
Works Well In
- Muffins & quick breads
- Cookies
- Pancakes & waffles
Use With Caution
- Laminated doughs
- Macarons
- Precision pastry