Why is Cream of Tartar Added to Baking Powder?
Cream of tartar is often an ingredient in baking powder because it reacts with the other ingredients in baking powder (usually baking soda) when liquid is added to it in order to generate carbon dioxide to create a lighter, more porous texture in baked goods. You can find more information at http://www.joyofbaking.com/bakingsoda.ht…
