Ammonium Bicarbonate Food Grade E503 Raising & Foaming Agent for Baking – 250g / 500g / 1kg 

Product Overview

Premium Food Grade Ammonium Bicarbonate (E503) is a highly effective raising and foaming agent widely used in baking and food preparation. Ideal for biscuits, crackers, cookies, and traditional recipes, this fast-acting leavening agent produces light, crispy textures. Packed securely in durable aluminium zip-lock bags for freshness and long shelf life.

Key Features

• ✔️ Food Grade Ammonium Bicarbonate E503
• ✔️ Excellent raising and foaming agent for baking
• ✔️ Ideal for biscuits, cookies, crackers & pastries
• ✔️ Packed in resealable aluminium zip-lock bags
• ✔️ Available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg sizes

Uses

• 🍪 Baking crispy biscuits and cookies
• 🥨 Producing light crackers and wafers
• 🍰 Traditional bakery recipes requiring aeration
• 🍞 Foaming and leavening in dough preparation
• 🧁 Improving texture in baked goods

📋 Product Details

• Weight: 250g / 500g / 1kg (2 x 500g)
• Grade: Food Grade
• Form: Fine Powder
• Chemical Name: Ammonium Bicarbonate
• Food Additive Code: E503
• Packaging: Aluminium Resealable Zip Bag

📈 Other Names

• Baker’s Ammonia
• Ammonium Hydrogen Carbonate
• Hartshorn Powder
• E503 Raising Agent
• Baking Foaming Agent
• Biscuit Raising Powder
• Food Grade Leavening Agent
• Cookie Raising Agent
• Baking Ammonia Powder
• Traditional Biscuit Leavening Powder

How to Use Ammonium Bicarbonate – 5 Popular Applications

1. Crispy Biscuit Baking

Ingredients:

• 500g flour
• 5g Ammonium Bicarbonate
• Water or milk as required

Steps:

1. Dissolve 5g powder in a small amount of warm water.
2. Mix thoroughly into dry ingredients.
3. Prepare dough and shape biscuits.
4. Bake at 180–200°C until crisp.

⚠️ Use only in thin baked goods to allow ammonia smell to fully evaporate during baking.

2. Crackers & Wafers

Recommended Use:

• 3–6g per 500g flour

Steps:

1. Blend powder into flour mixture evenly.
2. Add liquids and knead dough.
3. Roll dough thinly for best results.
4. Bake thoroughly until dry and crispy.

⚠️ Ensure products are fully baked before consumption.

3. Traditional Cookie Recipes

Steps:

1. Dissolve 4g powder in 20ml warm water.
2. Add to cookie dough mixture.
3. Mix evenly and shape cookies.
4. Bake at recommended temperature.

✔️ Creates airy texture and classic crispness.

4. Aerated Pastry Production

Recommended Ratio:

• 1–2% of total flour weight

Steps:

1. Measure powder accurately.
2. Blend with flour before adding liquids.
3. Prepare pastry dough.
4. Bake immediately for best foaming action.

⚠️ Avoid excessive quantities to prevent strong odour.

5. Commercial Baking Applications

Suitable For:

• Industrial bakery production
• Large biscuit batches
• Snack manufacturing

Steps:

1. Weigh according to recipe formulation.
2. Mix evenly into dry ingredients.
3. Maintain consistent baking temperature.
4. Store unused powder sealed and dry.

✔️ Professional-quality leavening performance.

❓ FAQ

1. What is Ammonium Bicarbonate used for?

Ammonium Bicarbonate E503 is mainly used as a raising and foaming agent in baking, especially for biscuits, crackers, cookies, and wafers.

2. Is this product food grade?

Yes, this is high-quality Food Grade Ammonium Bicarbonate suitable for baking and food preparation.

3. Why is it called Baker’s Ammonia?

Historically, Ammonium Bicarbonate was commonly used by bakers before modern baking powder became popular.

4. Can I use it in cakes?

It is best suited for thin and dry baked goods. It is generally not recommended for thick cakes because residual ammonia odour may remain.

5. How should I store this product?

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Keep the aluminium zip bag tightly sealed after opening.