Cake Flour Substitute
Transform your baked goods with this quick and simple Cake Flour Substitute recipe! Perfect for those moments when you’re out of cake flour but still want to achieve that flawlessly tender and airy texture in your cakes, muffins, or cupcakes. Made with just two pantry staples—1 cup of all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch—this DIY solution comes together in just 5 minutes. Sifting the mixture 2-3 times ensures a light consistency that mimics professional-grade cake flour, making your desserts irresistibly soft and delicate. Whether you're whipping up a last-minute treat or planning ahead, this homemade cake flour substitute is the ultimate kitchen hack for every baker!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
Measure out 1 cup of all-purpose flour and place it into a mixing bowl or clean work surface.
Step 2
Remove 2 tablespoons of the all-purpose flour; set it aside or save for another use.
Step 3
Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the remaining flour in the bowl.
Step 4
Sift the flour-cornstarch mixture together 2-3 times to ensure it’s evenly combined and aerated.
Step 5
Use immediately in recipes calling for 1 cup of cake flour, or store in an airtight container for later use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (136g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 497.8 |
| Total Fat 1.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.3g | |
| Protein 12.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 16.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 129.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories