When baking what is cream of tartar? What grocery aisle is it located?

Question

I have always avoided desserts that require "cream of tartar" because I have no clue what it is and where to find it at the grocery store...

Answer 1

It's with the spices, and this is what it is:

http://www.ochef.com/933.htm

Answer 2

It is in the baking and spice isle; Cream of tartar is used to stabilize beaten egg whites and to make baking powder. As far as I know there is no substitute but you can make a good baking powder substitute with it (1/4 teaspoon baking soda plus 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar = 1 teaspoon baking powder) so it is handy to have. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Cream of tartar is commonly used in "Snickerdoodles" and I dont have a clue what it is. I know you can find it in the spice isle at your local grocer.

Answer 4

It is a thickening agent and is found in the condiment section of the grocery store along w/ the spices.

Answer 5

you will find it where the spices are and if not in the cake isle where the frostings are...it usually is in a small container by mccormick above the regular spices...hope it helps

Answer 6

Its a spice usually used for pies.Its found with all the spices in that section.....George

Answer 7

You find it in the spice section.

It helps whipped toppings and meringues hold their shape.

Answer 8

its a spice
http://www.ochef.com/933.htm

Answer 9

http://www.foodreference.com/html/fcreamoftartar.html