Self-rising flour is a staple in loads of baking recipes. learn How to Make Self-Rising Dough From all-purpose flour with this easy, 3-ingredient alternative!
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Why You'll Love This Self-Rising Dough Recipe
Wondering what self-rising dough is? Or maybe you have a recipe that calls for it, but you don't have it on hand. I'm covering all the bases with this easy tutorial on how to make your own with just 3 ingredients! Here's why you need this simple option in your life:
- Save an emergency trip to the store. The next time you run out of store-bought self-rising flour, it's easy to make your own at home in a pinch.
- Great for baking. Self-rising flour is just what it sounds like, a type of flour that helps baked goods rise without adding yeast or Baking powder. There is less measuring and mixing required.
- 3 ingredients. If you have all-purpose flour, mix it with baking powder and salt – that's it!
- Long-term storage. Keep this option handy in the pantry for all your favorite recipes. Stored airtight, it keeps for months!
What is the difference between all-purpose flour and self-rising flour?
Self-rising flour is similar to all-purpose flour, with one key difference: the former already includes salt and baking powder to act as a leavening agent. So, if you have a recipe that calls for this 3-in-1 ingredient and you only have all-purpose flour in your pantry, you can make an easy substitute by adding absentee yeast. Here's how to do it!
What you will need
Check out the 3 pantry ingredients you need with some quick notes. Scroll down to the recipe card for a printable ingredient list.
- All-purpose flour – This homemade option starts with plain flour. You can replace half with whole wheat flour if you like.
- Baking powder – Make sure you use fresh baking powder and no Baking soda, because they are not the same thing.
- salt – Kosher salt or other fine salt is best.
How to make self rising dough
The next time you find yourself lacking this ingredient, don't panic. To self-raise all-purpose flour, use this simple formula:
For every 1 cup of regular flour, mix in 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt. Whisk the ingredients together so they are evenly distributed. Voila!
Can I substitute self-rising flour for all-purpose flour?
Sure! Self-rising flour can replace all-purpose flour in recipes that require up to 1 teaspoon of baking powder per cup of flour. If your recipe calls for more than 1 teaspoon of baking powder per cup of flour, you'll need to add enough baking powder to make up the difference.
This option is useful in such baking recipes pancake, Biscuits, scones, or similar. Since homemade self-rising dough is high in protein, the results may not be very tender, but it works great in a pinch. And you can't even tell the difference!
Tips for success
This is such a simple baking hack to have on hand. It's basically foolproof, but here are some ultimate tips for the best results:
- Avoid salt. If you are using this option Yeast bread recipe Or dinner rolls, leave out the salt.
- Measure the flour accurately. The best way to do this is with a kitchen scale. However, if you don't have a scale, use the spoon-and-sweep method: spoon the flour from the bag into the measuring cup and then level the top with the back of a knife. Never scoop the dough directly from the bag, as you will end up with too much.
- Check the expiry date. Fresh baking powder is essential. Check the dates on the labels to make sure the baking powder you are using has expired. If you are unsure, you can test the freshness of baking powder by adding a small amount to boiling water. If it's nice and bubbly, you're ready.
- Scale the recipe. I've included how to make 2 cups on the recipe card at the end of the post. You can scale this basic recipe up or down as needed (see formula above). You can choose to fix the amount you need or make a large batch and save the extra. Read the storage details later.
- Don't skip the baking soda. If a recipe calls for baking soda, don't skip it! As we have established, baking soda has a different chemical makeup from baking powder and they are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
no, Baking sodaAlso called bicarbonate of soda or sodium bicarbonate, baking powder is not the same. Baking powder Made by adding baking soda, cream of tartar and cornstarch. look at me Baking powder substitute For details.
Self-rising flour is an easy “shortcut” ingredient in many baking since the yeast is already incorporated. It is especially popular in Southern recipes for biscuits, corn breadPancakes, waffles, cinnamon rolls, quick breads and more.
Cake flour is a low-protein flour and is the key to soft, tender crumbs in recipes like mine Vanilla cake And Chiffon cake. I don't recommend replacing cake flour with self-rising flour unless a recipe suggests it.
How to save
Store your dough in an airtight jar or container in the pantry for up to 6 months. It is important to keep the dough somewhere cool and dry so that the baking powder does not activate.
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Self-rising flour A staple in loads of baking recipes. Learn how to make self-rising dough from all-purpose flour with this easy, 3-ingredient alternative!
- 2 cups All purpose flour
- 3 tsp Baking powder
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- Whisk all ingredients together in a large bowl.
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- Store airtight for up to 6 months.
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