Did You Know?
Before the industrial era, only the wealthy could afford finely milled white flour. Wheat flour has been ground for over 10,000 years. The bran and germ were considered waste before nutritionists discovered they contain most of the wheat's nutrients.
Overview
Global · Year-round · spices
All-purpose flour is the most commonly used flour in Western baking, milled from a blend of hard and soft wheat to a medium protein content (10-12%). It works for most baking applications from bread to pastry.
Global
Origin
Year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
spices
Category
Flavor Profile
Neutrallightlight wheaty
Storage Tips
Store in airtight container in cool, dark, dry place for up to 1 year. Can refrigerate or freeze for longer shelf life. Whole wheat flour has shorter shelf life due to oil in germ going rancid.
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How to Cook with All-Purpose Flour
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Spoon flour into measuring cup and level for accurate measuring (never scoop from bag). Sift for lighter cakes. For tender results, mix minimally. For chewy bread, develop gluten by kneading.
Best Pairings
ButterEggsSugarMilkYeastBaking PowderSalt
Substitutes
Bread flour (higher protein, for yeasted breads), cake flour (lower protein, for tender cakes), gluten-free flour blend
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of All-Purpose Flour
Nutrition Highlights
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Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginGlobal
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Good source of carbohydrates and some B vitamins. Enriched flour contains added iron and B vitamins. Provides energy but lacks the fiber and nutrients of whole wheat flour.
All-Purpose Flour Photos
3 photos showcasing All-Purpose Flour in its many forms
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All-Purpose Flour
spices
OriginGlobal
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Neutrallightlight wheaty
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ButterEggsSugarMilkYeastBaking PowderSalt
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