29 Surprising Recipes Where The Secret To Success Is Baking Soda

ByJennifer

Let me introduce you to our collection of delicious recipes, all of which share one secret ingredient: baking soda. It’s amazing how this little box sitting in your pantry can be a game-changer in the kitchen.

From making your cakes rise beautifully to turning your cookies into the talk of the table, baking soda is about to become your new best friend. These recipes are super simple and totally fun to make. So, whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just because, get ready for some kitchen magic that’s sure to impress everyone, including yourself!

Real Lemon Poke Cake

Lemon Poke Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our tangy and sweet Lemon Poke Cake. This dessert is filled with creamy lemon pudding and topped with whipped cream for a refreshing, flavorful treat. Ideal for family gatherings or a special dessert.

Get the Recipe: Real Lemon Poke Cake

Oatmeal Raisins Cookies

A group of oatmeal raisin cookies on a marble surface.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Enjoy these easy oatmeal raisin cookies fresh from the oven! Soft and chewy cookies are made healthier with rolled oats and sweet raisins.

Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Cookies With Raisins

Cast Iron Apple Crumb Cake

Apple Crumb Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This Apple Crumb Cake is a delicious twist on Apple Coffee Cakes. With a moist cake base and a crunchy topping, it’s the ultimate Apple Crumb Cakes treat!

Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Apple Crumb Cake

Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red Velvet Cupcake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Discover the perfect blend of rich cocoa and velvety goodness with our exquisite Red Velvet Cupcakes. Easy to bake, hard to resist.

Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Cupcakes

Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in these sweet and chewy Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies, a delicious treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Get the Recipe: Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Easy Oreo Sheet Cake

Oreo Sheet Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Our easy-to-make Oreo Sheet Cake layers rich chocolate cake with creamy Oreo pudding and a fluffy whipped topping adorned with crunchy Oreo bits.

Get the Recipe: Easy Oreo Sheet Cake

Caramel Apple Sheet Cake

A slice of apple cake on a plate with whipped cream.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This simple Apple Sheet Cake is brimming with comforting fall flavors. Made of fresh apples and cinnamon-infused batter baked to golden perfection.

Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Sheet Cake

Banana Pudding Cookies

A pile of cookies on a white background.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

These banana pudding cookies are super easy, soft, and ultra chewy and have the perfect amount of banana flavor.

Get the Recipe: Banana Pudding Cookies

Banana Cake With Sour Cream

Banana Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This delicious Banana Cake has sweet, ripe bananas and a tangy sour cream frosting. Easy and delicious.

Get the Recipe: Banana Cake With Sour Cream

Blueberry Muffins

A blueberry muffin is sitting on top of a piece of paper.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

These moist, old-fashioned Blueberry Muffins are made from scratch, look like they come from a bakery, and are incredibly easy to make.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Muffins

Easy Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Yes, baking Soda is the secret ingredient of this easy and incredibly delicious beef dinner. Discover the ultimate comfort food with our homemade Mongolian Beef recipe. Tender beef slices coated in a sweet and savory glaze.

Get the Recipe: Easy Mongolian Beef

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A slice of chocolate chip banana bread on a cutting board.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Learn to bake moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with our easy recipe. Enjoy this classic, chocolate-filled treat, perfect for any occasion.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Zucchini Bread

A slice of bread with cranberries and walnuts on a plate.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This Zucchini Bread recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. An easy, quick bread recipe that is the perfect midday snack.

Get the Recipe: Zucchini Bread

Cornmeal Waffles With Bacon

A person is pouring syrup on a stack of waffles.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

These sweet and savory cornmeal waffles are a must for any breakfast lover. Made with cornmeal, bacon, and maple syrup.

Get the Recipe: Cornmeal Waffles With Bacon

Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting

A piece of pumpkin cake on a plate with a fork.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This tender and incredibly moist Pumpkin Bar recipe is gently spiced with the best fall flavors and topped with a cream cheese frosting.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Bars With Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Pumpkin Roll recipe by Tessie's Table.
Photo Credit: Tessie’s Table.

Enjoy the best Pumpkin Roll recipe with rich pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a creamy filling. An easy dessert everyone will love.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Banana Nut Bread

Two slices of banana bread on a plate.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This tried-and-tested banana nut bread recipe will give you a moist, firm, and sweet banana bread every time. This is an easy, no-fuss recipe.

Get the Recipe: Banana Nut Bread

Bavarian Pretzel Rolls

Freshly baked pretzel buns with salt crystals on top, arranged on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Photo Credit: All That’s Jas.

Want to try a new recipe? These homemade Bavarian pretzel rolls are easy to make and taste delicious fresh out of the oven with butter!

Get the Recipe: Bavarian Pretzel Rolls

Pistachio Cookies

A stack of cookies on a plate.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Pistachio Cookies are filled with pistachio pudding, dried cherries, and almonds. Crispy on the outside and deliciously chewy on the inside.

Get the Recipe: Pistachio Cookies

Homemade Air Fryer Biscuits

Air Fryer Biscuits recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in flaky perfection with this Air Fryer Biscuits recipe. Quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients, these are a family favorite treat.

Get the Recipe: Homemade Air Fryer Biscuits

Tropical Pineapple Scones

Freshly baked pineapple scones stacked next to a sliced pineapple and a bottle of milk.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

I’ve never met a scone I didn’t like, especially scones made with pineapple. These tropical pineapple scones are no exception! This is one of the best fruit scone recipe ideas out there. Read on for tips for making scones and all the details for this crushed pineapple recipe.

Get the Recipe: Tropical Pineapple Scones

Soft Pretzel Bites

A plate of soft pretzel bites with a bowl of cheese dip.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

Homemade soft pretzel bites take 15 minutes to prepare using a simple pizza dough shortcut. Top with a sprinkling of salt, cinnamon sugar, or dipping sauce.

Get the Recipe: Soft Pretzel Bites

Caramel Nut Brittle

Close-up of a stack of nut brittle pieces.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Caramel Nut Brittle is rich, sweet, and addicting. Enjoy a bite of buttery, crunchy candy loaded with caramel flavor and packed with nuts.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Nut Brittle

Homemade Fig Newtons

Stuffed fig cookies cut in half to show filling, with fresh figs in the background.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Homemade Fig Newtons is easy to make and the perfect sweet snack. It tastes even better than store-bought!
Get the Recipe: Fig Newtons

Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread

Two slices of bread with butter on a plate.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread (1968) is your new favorite bread. The cheesy onion flavor tastes amazing, and the aroma while the bread is baking is heavenly.
Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread

Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Cream Filling

A chocolate layer cake with a slice removed, revealing its moist interior.
Photo Credit: Love Incredible Recipes.

This chocolate gateau is incredibly moist and spongy with heavenly rich chocolatey flavours! Learn how to make divine refined sugar-free chocolate gateau with a fluffy chocolate cream filling!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Cream Filling

Chocolate Honeycomb

Pieces of chocolate honeycomb toffee shards on a plate.
Photo Credit: The Spelt Kitchen.

Chocolate honeycomb (Cinder Toffee) is the tastiest candy known to man. Make your own Crunchie bar at home with just a couple of ingredients!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Honeycomb

Moist Banana Bread Without Loaf Pan

Slices of walnut banana bread on a wooden surface.
Photo Credit: Food Over Comfort.

This banana bread recipe does not require a loaf pan and is ultra moist and delicious. Its moist and buttery texture will delight your family.

Get the Recipe: Moist Banana Bread Without Loaf Pan

Caramel Popcorn With Cashews

A pile of caramel popcorn on a surface.
Photo Credit: Fluxing Well.

Follow the simple steps and watch the brief video to learn how to make easy homemade caramel popcorn with cashews. Make cashew caramel corn today!

Get the Recipe: Caramel Popcorn With Cashews

BONUS – Old-Fashioned Desserts That Will Take You Back in Time

Butterkuchen recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

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