How to Make Cake Flour
Unlock the secret to perfectly tender cakes with this quick and easy guide on how to make cake flour! Using just two pantry staples—all-purpose flour and cornstarch—you can create a light, silky flour substitute in just 5 minutes. By removing a small amount of flour and replacing it with cornstarch, then sifting the mixture thoroughly, you'll achieve the fine texture essential for delicate baked goods like cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. This DIY cake flour recipe is a convenient, budget-friendly alternative to store-bought options, ensuring your baked creations turn out soft and airy every time. Perfect for home bakers looking to elevate their recipes without extra trips to the store!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
Measure out 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
Step 2
Remove 2 tablespoons of the all-purpose flour and return it to your flour container.
Step 3
Replace the removed flour with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
Step 4
Sift the mixture together at least twice to thoroughly combine the flour and cornstarch. This also aerates the mixture, mimicking the textures in store-bought cake flour.
Step 5
Use immediately in your recipe as a substitute for 1 cup of cake flour, or store in an airtight container for future use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 136 grams (136.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 498 |
| Total Fat 1.20g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.20g | 39% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.40g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 0.30g | |
| Protein 12.40g | 25% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 17mg | 1% |
| Iron 6mg | 31% |
| Potassium 129mg | 3% |
Source of Calories