Best Yeast Substitutes for Baking

Out of yeast? These substitutes help your bread and rolls rise without commercial yeast.

1. Baking Powder

1 tsp yeast = 1 tsp baking powder

No rise time needed — gives a quick bread texture instead.

¼ tsp baking soda + ½ tsp vinegar or lemon juice

Use for quick breads and pancakes, not sandwich bread.

100g starter = 7g (1 packet) yeast

Best flavor — requires adjusting liquid in recipe.