Flour is the foundation of most baked goods. Understanding the differences between all-purpose, bread, cake, and pastry flours will transform your baking. The protein content determines gluten development, affecting everything from cake tenderness to bread chewiness.
Essential Tips
Store flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry place
Measure flour by weight for accuracy, or fluff and spoon into measuring cups
Sift flour when recipes call for it to incorporate air and remove lumps
Different flours have different protein levels - match to your recipe needs
Recipes with Flour
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Prekmurska Gibanica Recipe
Learn how to bake Prekmurska Gibanica, a traditional Slovenian layered pastry filled with poppy seeds, walnuts, cottage cheese, and apples.
45 minutes1 hour min total
Engadine Nusstorte (Swiss Walnut Tart)
Bake a classic Engadine Nusstorte at home with buttery pastry and a rich caramel walnut filling. This traditional Swiss tart is perfect for autumn and keeps beautifully for gifting.
30 minutes (plus chilling time)40 minutes min total
Traditional Apple Strudel Recipe
Bake an authentic apple strudel with this classic, step-by-step recipe. Enjoy the perfect blend of flaky pastry and spiced apple filling, straight from the heart of Austrian tradition.
1 hour40 minutes min total
FINNISH RHUBARB TART (RAPARPERIPIIRAKKA)
An easy rhubarb custard tart recipe with golden pastry, creamy custard, and fresh rhubarb. A traditional bake with seasonal flavour.
30 minutes35-40 minutes min total
Classic Apple Pie with Interlaced Pastry
Learn how to bake a classic apple pie with a beautiful interlaced pastry top with this easy-to-follow recipe.
45 minutes50-60 minutes min total
The Origins and History of Tarte au Citron
Discover Tarte au Citron, the classic French lemon tart with crisp pastry and silky lemon filling — a timeless dessert with a rich culinary history.
30m mins25-30 minutes (including blind baking the crust and cooking the lemon curd) min total
Runeberg Torte: Story of Finland’s Iconic Pastry
Discover the history of Runeberg torte (Runebergintorttu), a traditional Finnish pastry made with almonds, breadcrumbs, rum, and raspberry topping.
20 minutes30 minutes min total
Gluten Free Recipe: Coconut Flour Banana Bread
Gluten-free coconut flour banana bread recipe
20 minutes50 minutes min total
Gluten-Free Recipes: Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recipe for gluten-free almond flour chocolate chip cookies
15 mins30 mins min total