Baking Basics: Substitutes, Rising Agents & Fixing Cakes

Mastering baking basics involves understanding rising agents and finding the right substitutes for butter or milk. Learn how to fix a crumbly cake, avoid soggy pizza dough, and ensure your baked goods rise perfectly every time.

Difference Between Baking Powder & Yeast

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Kimberly Blough

Baking powder and yeast may have similar purposes in baking, but the way in which they work is very different. While both products are responsible for leavening baked goods, this is where the similarities end.