Cream of Tartar - Tartaric Acid

Price:

$6.39

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P_20598

Brand:

Great American Spice Co.

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Cream of tartar, or potassium acid tartrate, is a powder either extracted from fresh grapes or derived from deposits that accumulate on the insides of wine barrels. Most commonly, it is the acid component in baking powder that makes cakes and cookies and quick breads rise.

Usage:

Cream of tartar is added to candy and frosting mixtures for a creamier consistency, and to egg whites before beating to improve stability and volume. About ? teaspoon baking soda plus ? teaspoon cream of tartar yields the equivalent of 1 teaspoon baking powder. Cream of tartar may also be added to fondant, pulled sugar and frosting in order to produce a creamier consistency. Adding about 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar for each egg white before beating will decrease alkalinity and make more stable.

Ingredients:

Cream of Tartar, or potassium Acid Tartrate.

FDA Nutritional Information