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Homemade Cake Flour Substitute

Amazing Homemade Cake Flour Substitute: Never dread 1 ingredient again


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Create your own cake flour substitute for tender baked goods. This recipe combines all-purpose flour and cornstarch to achieve a similar texture to commercial cake flour.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Measure 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
  2. Remove 2 tablespoons of flour from the measured cup.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the remaining flour in the cup.
  4. Whisk the mixture thoroughly to combine the flour and cornstarch.
  5. Sift the mixture 2-3 times to ensure even distribution and aeration.
  6. Use this homemade cake flour substitute in your recipes as directed.

Notes

  • This substitute creates a flour with a lower protein content, similar to cake flour.
  • Sifting is crucial for achieving a light and airy texture.
  • Store any leftover substitute in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Baking Ingredient
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 455
  • Sugar: 0.4g
  • Sodium: 2mg
  • Fat: 1.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 95g
  • Fiber: 3.4g
  • Protein: 12.6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cake flour, substitute, homemade, baking, flour, cornstarch