Most of us already know that white flour is bad for our bodies. But with so many flour replacement options on the market, we hardly know where to start? Below you will find a breakdown of some of the most popular flour’s on the market.
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Whole Wheat Flour
Substitute white flour with white wheat flour using 3/4 white whole wheat flour for every 1 cup of white flour, you may need to add 2 teaspoons of liquid to recipe if too dry.
Finely ground oats should NOT be used as a 1:1 replacement for white flour. Many of baked goods have gone in the trash in attempts of using straight oats they ended up gross and gummy.
Substitute white flour with a mix of oat flour and whole wheat flour. If recipe calls for 2 cups flour use 1 1/4 cups flour and 1/2 cup finely ground oats.
Is a great substitute if you have wheat sensitivities. It can be easier to digest than whole wheat flour. It can be more dense and is best used for breads and muffins.
Replace 1 cup white flour to 1 cup spelt flour, but slightly reduce the liquid in your recipe.
Surprisingly, beans make a great, healthier substitution to white flour and add extra protein to your baked goods. Using chickpea flour for a pizza crust. Use canned black beans, pureed in a food processor for brownies.
Replace 1 cup flour to 1 cup of bean flour or bean puree in a recipe.
Whether your gluten-free or just trying to find better options, there are plenty of alternatives to chose for a better flour replacement to white flour.