Substitute for Cream of Tartar

Dry acid; stabilizes egg whites and activates baking soda.

• Leavening
• 3 options

1. 1

   Lemon juice1/2 tsp juice = 1/4 tsp cream of tartar

   Best

   Best for stabilizing egg whites.

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2. 2

   White vinegar1/2 tsp = 1/4 tsp cream of tartar

   Works for egg whites.

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3. 3

   Baking powder (if paired with baking soda)1 tsp bp replaces 1/4 tsp soda + 1/2 tsp cream of tartar

   Use when recipe has both.

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Recipes that use cream of tartar

Air Fryer Peaches with Ice Cream

10 min 375°F 220 cal

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