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Cooking & Baking

EYESORE 9001

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1. I would look for a substitute based on what role cream of tartar plays in the dish

Reply to Diamond_Dog (Original post)

Tue Feb 24, 2026, 10:18 AM

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and find the substitute ingredient that most closely matches the desired characteristics in the dish. I can’t remember the last time I used cream of tartar, but it sounds like the price has gone through the roof. Can’t blame you for scouting substitutes.

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Why is cream of tartar so expensive? [View all] Diamond_Dog Tuesday OP

I would look for a substitute based on what role cream of tartar plays in the dish EYESORE 9001 Tuesday #1

Many brands in the 3-4.00 range on Amazon - that Walmart price looks way too high NewHendoLib Tuesday #2

everything in the spice rack/area has gotten insane Kali Tuesday #3

My mom always added cream of tartar to her biscuits. 💕 GentryDixon Tuesday #4

They died out centuries ago. You know how hard it is to find one - and worse, one that is willing to get creamed? Wonder Why Tuesday #5

I've used baking powder as a sub Marthe48 Tuesday #6

Thanks, Marthe. Diamond_Dog Tuesday #7

You're welcome! Marthe48 Tuesday #8

I never knew that. Diamond_Dog Tuesday #9

No we don't! Marthe48 Tuesday #10

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