Ammonium hydrogen carbonate

Ammonium hydrogen carbonate is a food ingredient commonly found in baked goods like biscuits, cookies, and crackers. It is a synthetic compound made up of ammonia and carbon dioxide. You might also see it listed as ammonium bicarbonate on food labels.

To make ammonium hydrogen carbonate, ammonia and carbon dioxide gases are mixed together to form a white, powdery substance. This process occurs in a controlled environment to ensure the ingredient is safe for consumption. Once produced, it is commonly used in baking as a leavening agent to help dough rise and create a light, crispy texture in baked goods.

When you see ammonium hydrogen carbonate on a food label, it's usually there to help the baked goods rise and become fluffy. It reacts with heat during baking, causing carbon dioxide gas to be released, which forms bubbles in the dough, making it expand. This gives the final product a light and airy texture. So, next time you enjoy a crunchy biscuit or a fluffy cookie, remember that ammonium hydrogen carbonate played a part in creating that delicious treat.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Ammonium hydrogen carbonate

Ritz Bakefuls Cream Cheese & Onion
Ritz Bakefuls Sea Salt & Vinegar
Sainsbury's Battered Onion Rings
Sainsbury's Bourbon Cream Biscuits
Belvita Breakfast Honey & Nut
Sainsbury's British Classic Bangers & Mash
Sainsbury's Caramel Shortcake Bites
Tesco Chicken Triple Sandwich
Sainsbury's Custard Creams
Sainsbury's Millionaire Bites

Waitrose Mini All Butter Mince Pies
Asda Sponge Fingers