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cream of tartar
noun phrase
: a white crystalline salt C4H5KO6 used especially in baking powder and in certain treatments of metals
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Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and kosher salt with a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 5 minutes, gradually adding ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons of the sugar.
—Anna Theoktisto, Southern Living, 30 May 2024
Use a whisk attachment in a clean bowl of a stand mixer or a handheld mixer and a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until frothy, about 2 minutes.
—Andrea Weigl, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
Because baking soda neutralizes acid, baking powder, which is also a base but includes acidic cream of tartar, is also used in the batter.
—Genevieve Ko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2024
Using it for vegan meringue, for example, requires a powerful mixer and a stabilizing agent like cream of tartar or xanthan gum.
—Charlotte Druckman, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1662, in the meaning defined above
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“Cream of tartar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cream%20of%20tartar. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
Kids Definition
cream of tartar
: a white salt used especially in baking powder and in some ways to prepare metals
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