Baking Soda

Baking Soda & Bicarbonate of Soda for Baking:

Baking soda, also known as bicarbonate of soda or bi-carb soda, is a staple raising agent used in recipes where it reacts with acidic ingredients to help baked goods rise. This collection is specifically focused on food-grade baking soda for baking, with products from Edmonds, Hansells, Pams and Balars in sizes ranging from 185g through to 1kg.

Baking Soda for Cakes, Muffins & Biscuits:

The range includes baking soda suited to everyday recipes such as cakes, muffins, biscuits, cookies and loaves. Hansells baking soda is designed for recipes containing acidic ingredients such as buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar or cream of tartar, where the bicarbonate of soda acts as a leavening agent.

Edmonds Baking Soda Bicarbonate is another traditional baking option, with its 210g pack intended for recipes including date loaves and muffins. Pams offers a larger 500g pack and describes its baking soda as a leavening agent for recipes containing acidic ingredients, including fruit cakes, cookies and muffins.

Pack Sizes for Different Baking Needs:

Smaller 185g and 210g packs are practical for home bakers who use bicarbonate of soda occasionally. Hansells is also represented in 400g packs, while Pams provides a 500g option for more frequent baking.

At the larger end of the collection, Balars Baking Soda comes in a 1kg pack, providing an option for bakers who require a greater quantity.

Choosing Baking Soda for Your Recipe:

Baking soda and baking powder are not the same ingredient, so it is important to follow the raising agent specified in your recipe. Baking soda is particularly suited to recipes where an acidic ingredient is already present.

When choosing from this collection, the main considerations are the quantity you require and your preferred brand. For occasional baking, one of the compact Hansells or Edmonds packs may be sufficient, while 400g, 500g and 1kg formats are better suited to regular or higher-volume use.