Ingredient

Salt And Soda

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add salt and soda to baked goods to make them light and fluffy. …

What it is

Salt and soda is a common leavening agent used in baking. It is a mixture of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and an acid salt, such as cream of tartar or sodium aluminum sulfate. When combined with moisture and heat, it produces carbon dioxide gas, causing doughs and batters to rise.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add salt and soda to baked goods to make them light and fluffy. It is commonly found in cookies, cakes, muffins, and quick breads. The salt in the mixture also contributes to flavor.

Health notes

Salt and soda is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of sodium, and high sodium intake is linked to increased blood pressure in some individuals. The WHO has recommended limiting sodium intake. JECFA has evaluated sodium bicarbonate and set an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Salt And Soda

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Gardners Candies Inc. Gardners Candies, Salted Pretzel Bark, Milk Chocolate, Milk Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 64.3Carbs Uncle Henry's Pretzel Bakery Extra Dark Handmade Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 409kcal 9.1Protein 0Fat 95.5Carbs JH BIOTECH, INC. Organic Pretzel Sticks, Oat Bran Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 393kcal 10.7Protein 5.4Fat 78.6Carbs Ira Middleswarth & Son Inc Middleswarth, Thin Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 1.8Fat 82.1Carbs JH BIOTECH, INC. Organic Mini Pretzels, Honey, Wheat Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 393kcal 10.7Protein 3.6Fat 78.6Carbs Tom Sturgis Pretzels, Inc. Artisan Low Fat Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 429kcal 7.1Protein 5.4Fat 78.6Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Organic, Mini Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 393kcal 10.7Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Uncle Henry's Pretzel Bakery Handmade Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 409kcal 9.1Protein 0Fat 95.5Carbs Uncle Henry's Pretzel Bakery Uncle Henry's, Handmade Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 409kcal 9.1Protein 0Fat 86.4Carbs Uncle Henry's Pretzel Bakery Uncle Henry's Pretzel Bakery, Handmade Pretzels Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 409kcal 4.5Protein 0Fat 95.5Carbs Glencourt Inc. Pretzel Sticks Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 393kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 82.1Carbs Sarris Candies, Inc. Salted Pretzel Cup Candies, Salted Pretzel Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 488kcal 7.0Protein 23.3Fat 65.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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