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A white, powdered substance, also referred to as potassium salt, that is the residue (by-product) from the tartaric acid remaining in wine casks after the fermented grapes have been removed. Cream of tartar is a key ingredient added to baking soda in order to produce baking powder. It is also often added to egg whites to stabilize the whites as they are beaten and then folded into cake batters or for use in preparing meringues, souffles or angel food cakes. Similarly, cream of tartar is useful in the preparation of sugar syrups for making candies to prevent them from crystallizing. It may also be used as a whitener to enhance the white colors of foods such as boiled potatoes, cauliflower or white cakes.
Cream of Tartar

USDA Nutrition Facts

Leavening agents, cream of tartar (USDA#18373)

Serving Size 1 tsp
Calories 258
Protein 0g
Total Fat 0g
Total Carbohydrates 61g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 16500mg
Sodium 52mg
Cholesterol 0mg

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