From where it comes from to why you use it, we’ll break down this mystery ingredient that is probably hanging out in your pantry right now. Cream of tartar is a byproduct of the wine-making process.
It's sometimes used in baking - mixing sour cream with cream of tartar results in a very light, airy sponge cake. It also adds a desirable sourness to cheesecakes and chocolate brownies.
Make a baking powder mixture by placing 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of cornstarch and in a cup. Use a popsicle stick or plastic spoon to thoroughly ...
Students add laundry detergent powder (a base) and cream of tartar (an acid) to the indicator and see that the two solids cause different color changes. Students recognize that a particular color ...