If you're looking for a good baking soda substitute for your recipes, this guide will explain various options to help your baked goods rise and save you a trip to the grocery store.
💡 Expert Tip: The best substitute is baking powder but you have to know the exact ratios and more details on when not to substitute. Read more in my article.
What is the difference between baking soda and baking powder? They are both chemical leaveners, however baking powder contains both the alkaline and acidic elements needed to generate a reaction (rise).
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What can you use instead of baking soda? There are many options from self raising flour to even whipped egg whites that can provide volume.
You can also try club soda, potassium bicarbonate or even whipped cream or aquafaba. Different substitutions work in different recipes.
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What almost always work is baking powder, however you need to use more of it vs baking soda. To get the exact ratios, check my baking guide.
Can I make banana bread without baking soda? Yes, in fact I have a recipe for that you can also find in my baking guide.
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There are many baking soda alternatives that can save the day, and you likely have some of them on hand already.