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If you use self-raising flour then yes. If you use plain flour then you will need to use baking soda or baking powder.

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When you use plain flour instead of cake flour do you not have to add baking powder?

Follow the recipe for the amount of baking powder to use whether your using regular flour or cake flour. Neither of them have baking powder, unless it is "self rising" which means leavening is included.


What is the effect of not using baking powder in a cake?

It depends on the type of cake. If you are making a sponge cake where the mixing method involves whipping the eggs and sugar, and then folding in the flour and butter, then it will be fine. The whipping created bubbles which will rise in the oven - baking powder will give it additional rise, but it is not vital.


Is 4 teaspoons of baking powder a lot for a cake?

Yes, 4 teaspoons of baking powder is generally considered a lot for a cake. Most cake recipes typically call for about 1 to 2 teaspoons of baking powder per cup of flour. Using too much can result in a cake that rises excessively and then collapses, leading to an undesirable texture and taste.


What cakes can be baked without baking powder?

any cake that uses self raising flour.


What is the purposed of baking powder?

the purpose of baking powder in a cake is to make it rise and not make it flat and if you put too much of baking powder your cake might burst in the oven/microwave what ever you use


Why use baking powder in cakes and honeycomb?

In other to make honey cake it need the volume from baking powder to raise and also baking powder help the cake to form the the honey comb mixture.


What is a suitable substitute for baking soda in cake recipes?

A suitable substitute for baking soda in cake recipes is baking powder.


How much more can a cake rise with baking soda than a cake without baking soda?

A cake made with baking soda can rise more than a cake made without it because baking soda reacts with acid in the recipe to produce carbon dioxide gas, which creates bubbles in the batter, causing it to rise. On the other hand, a cake without baking soda may rely on other leavening agents like baking powder or beaten eggs to rise, but it may not rise as much as a cake with baking soda.


Which is better to use baking powder or bicarbonate for a cake?

Most cake recipes call for baking powder. It will give more lift than soda.


Does cake flour already have baking soda and baking powder in it?

nope


What happens if you use baking powder and baking soda in a cake?

The cake rises, causing it to be lighter and airier.