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Self-Rising Flour

Create your own self-rising flour at home in just a few minutes for fresher and customizable baking.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cup
Calories 455 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour) Use all-purpose flour for standard use or whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent to help baked goods rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Clear a clean, flat surface or a mixing bowl to work with, and gather all materials.
  • Use a dry measuring cup to spoon the flour into the cup without packing it down.
  • For every cup of flour, add 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl until there are no lumps and the mixture is uniform and fluffy.

Storage

  • If you’re not using the flour right away, transfer it to an airtight container and label it with the date. Use within three months for best quality.

Notes

Can be made gluten-free by substituting with a gluten-free all-purpose blend. Experiment by adding dried herbs or spices for specialty flours.
Keyword Baking Essentials, Fluffy Pancakes, Homemade Flour, Moist Cakes, Self-Rising Flour