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Flour – the basis for many recipes

Find out all about wheat flour, the most commonly used type of flour for bread, pastries and more.

Calories: 364kcal

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Serving: 100g | Calories: 364kcal

What is wheat flour?

Wheat flour is a common type of flour made by grinding wheat grains. The inner part of the grain, which is rich in starch, is ground into a fine powder. This flour contains gluten, making it suitable for making fluffy bread and cakes.

Origin

Wheat flour comes from the wheat plant, which grows in fields around the world. After harvest, the grains are taken to mills, where they are ground into flour. Wheat has been used as a staple food for thousands of years and is one of the most important grains in the world.

Flour versus Flour

Flour and flour are similar, but there is an important difference. Flour is more finely ground and is made from the inner part of the grain kernel, with most of the bran and germ removed. This makes flour lighter and suitable for making fluffy pastries, breads and cakes. In contrast, flour, such as whole wheat flour, contains the whole grain, including the bran and germ. This makes flour coarser and richer in nutrients and fiber, which is why it is often used for whole wheat bread and other healthy baked goods.

Variants

Self-rising flour: Contains baking powder, ideal for cakes and quick cakes.
Whole wheat flour: Made from the whole grain of wheat, with more fiber.
Spelt flour: An ancient grain, with a light, nutty flavor.
Oobloom: Extra finely ground flour, perfect for light cakes and pastries.
Pastry flour: A fine flour with a lower protein content, ideal for fluffy pastries such as cakes and cookies.
Gluten-free flours: Alternatives such as rice flour or almond flour for people who cannot tolerate gluten.