Why It Works
- The gluten-forming characteristics of whole wheat flour are recreated by blending a combination of starches, gums, and proteins.
- Sorghum flour adds a nutty element, creating a flavor that is reminiscent of whole wheat flour.
If you prefer a flour with the texture and flavor of whole wheat, give this one a try. Breads and cakes made with it have a slightly coarser texture and a more open crumb than those made with the other two blends. We eliminated corn products in this flour, swapping arrowroot for cornstarch to take advantage of its thickening power, added some sorghum flour for its sweet nutty flavor, and used guar gum instead of xanthan gum to add viscosity and elasticity. This flour has a slightly richer flavor than our What IiF flour, and results in a lighter texture than Aki's Blend.
Reprinted from Gluten-Free Flour Power: Bringing Your Favorite Foods Back to the Table with permission from W.W. Norton.
August 2015
Recipe Details
Whole Wheat Gluten-Free Flour Substitute Recipe
Ingredients
350g arrowroot flour
350g sorghum flour
450g tapioca starch
450g white rice flour (or substitute millet flour)
200g brown rice flour (or substitute sorghum flour)
100g potato flour
200g milk powder
20g guar gum
Directions
Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
Special Equipment
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Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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426 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
94g | Carbs |
9g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 16 1/2 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 426 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 1g | 2% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
Sodium 73mg | 3% |
Total Carbohydrate 94g | 34% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
Total Sugars 9g | |
Protein 9g | |
Vitamin C 1mg | 5% |
Calcium 175mg | 13% |
Iron 2mg | 12% |
Potassium 394mg | 8% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |