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Best Substitutes for All-Purpose Flour — What to Use Instead

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Almond Flour: 1:1 (add binding agent) — Gluten-free, high protein. Denser results. Add 1 egg or flax egg.

Oat Flour: 1:1 — Make by blending rolled oats. Slightly sweet. Add 1/2 tsp xanthan gum.

Overview

Top substitute for all-purpose flour: Almond Flour (1:1 (add binding agent)). Gluten-free, high protein. Denser results. Add 1 egg or flax egg. Plus 5 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Almond Flour: 1:1 (add binding agent) — Gluten-free, high protein. Denser results. Add 1 egg or flax egg.
  • Oat Flour: 1:1 — Make by blending rolled oats. Slightly sweet. Add 1/2 tsp xanthan gum.
  • Coconut Flour: 1/4 cup per 1 cup AP flour — Very absorbent! Requires extra liquid and eggs.
  • Whole Wheat Flour: 1:1 (slightly denser) — Use 3/4 cup whole wheat + 1/4 cup AP for lighter results.
  • Rice Flour: 1:1 (with starch) — Use 3/4 cup rice flour + 1/4 cup potato starch.
  • Cassava Flour: 1:1 — Grain-free. Closest texture to AP flour.

Why This Matters

  • All-Purpose Flour is a common ingredient that may need substituting
  • Dietary restrictions (vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free) may require alternatives
  • Sometimes you simply run out of an ingredient mid-recipe
  • Allergies or intolerances may necessitate a swap

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Almond Flour at 1:1 (add binding agent)
  2. 2Consider the role of the ingredient (flavor, texture, binding, leavening)
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results
  5. 5Some substitutes work better in certain recipes than others

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute for all-purpose flour is Almond Flour at 1:1 (add binding agent). Gluten-free, high protein. Denser results. Add 1 egg or flax egg.