Salt Leavening
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What it is
Salt leavening refers to the use of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) or ammonium bicarbonate as leavening agents. Baking soda is a chemical compound that releases carbon dioxide gas when heated or mixed with an acid. This gas causes doughs and batters to rise, creating a lighter texture in baked goods.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add salt leavening agents to baked goods to help them rise and achieve a desirable texture. They are commonly found in cookies, biscuits, cakes, muffins, and pastries. These ingredients react to produce the gas bubbles that make baked items fluffy and airy.
Health notes
Sodium bicarbonate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is a common ingredient in many foods and is also used as an antacid. While generally safe, excessive intake of sodium can contribute to high blood pressure in some individuals. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sodium bicarbonate and have not set a numerical limit for its use.
Allergen info
Salt leavening agents are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
Products containing Salt Leavening
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Snyder's-Lance, Inc.
Lance, Gold-N-Chees, Baked Snack Crackes
457kcal
8.6Protein
14.3Fat
71.4Carbs
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Buttermilk Pancakes, Buttermilk
239kcal
6.8Protein
5.1Fat
41.0Carbs
Bay Valley Foods, LLC
Shortbread Cookies, Shortbread
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
—kcal
5.6Protein
30.6Fat
58.3Carbs
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Frosted Blueberry Toaster Pastries, Frosted Blueberry
385kcal
3.9Protein
9.6Fat
71.2Carbs
Bektrom Foods, Inc
Fish Batter Mix For Baked Or Fried Fish, Fish
333kcal
11.1Protein
0Fat
66.7Carbs