Flour Starches tips, guides, substitutions and techniques.
Not all gluten-free flours work for pasta. We tested and ranked 7 flours for fresh noodles, with specific brand recommendations, blend ratios, and tips for pasta that actually holds together in boiling water.
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Almond flour and coconut flour are both popular gluten-free options, but they behave completely differently in baking. This guide breaks down absorption rates, texture differences, brand recommendations, and exactly when to use each flour for the best results.
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Bob's Red Mill and King Arthur are the two most popular gluten-free flour blends, but they perform very differently depending on what you're baking. We compare their ingredients, grind, texture, and results across cakes, cookies, bread, and more so you can pick the right one.
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Oat flour and rice flour are the two most popular gluten-free flours, but they produce very different results. We break down the texture, absorption, and flavor differences so you know exactly which one to reach for — and when to blend them together.
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Tapioca starch and cornstarch are the two most common starches in gluten-free baking, but they create very different textures. Learn when to use each one, which brands to buy, and how to combine them for the best results in breads, cakes, cookies, and more.
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Cassava flour and gluten-free flour blends behave very differently in baking. Learn how they compare in absorption, texture, and flavor, plus which one works best for bread, cakes, cookies, tortillas, and more.
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The best gluten-free muffin recipes for meal prep use specific flour blends, oil-based batters, and proper binders to stay moist through freezing and reheating. Here are 5 proven approaches with the science behind why they work.
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Five proven gluten-free pizza dough approaches that deliver real results, from foldable psyllium-based crusts to quick weeknight doughs. Includes the science behind each style, common mistakes to avoid, and universal tips for crispier, better-tasting GF pizza.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free banana bread, from simple flour blend swaps to custom blends, with the science behind why each works.
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Five proven approaches to fluffy, easy gluten-free pancakes — from flour blends to almond, buckwheat, oat, and cassava flour. Learn the baking science behind each method, common mistakes to avoid, and universal techniques that make every batch better.
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Fudgy and gummy are two completely different textures, and understanding the science behind each is the key to perfect gluten-free brownies.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free pie crust from scratch, including classic rolled crusts, almond flour press-ins, and custom flour blends. Learn which flours, binders, and techniques produce flaky, tender results every time.
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Five beginner-friendly approaches to gluten-free sourdough bread, from simple loaf pan recipes to Dutch oven artisan rounds. Covers the best flour blends, why psyllium husk beats xanthan gum for sourdough, and how to fix the most common mistakes.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free sandwich bread that's actually soft and sliceable. Learn which flour blends, binders, and techniques produce the best results, plus common mistakes and how to fix them.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free chocolate chip cookies that actually deliver, from commercial flour blends to flourless nut butter cookies. Learn which flours, binders, and techniques produce the best texture — plus the common mistakes that ruin most GF cookie recipes.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free cinnamon rolls that actually come out soft and fluffy. Covers flour blends, binders, the tangzhong method, enriched doughs, and dual leavening — plus the baking science behind each one and common mistakes to avoid.
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Five proven gluten-free birthday cake styles that actually taste like celebration, from classic vanilla layer cake to flourless chocolate torte. Learn which flours, binders, and techniques produce the best results, plus common mistakes to avoid for each style.
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Cookies are the best place to start with gluten-free baking because they need less structure than bread or cakes. This guide covers five proven cookie styles — from flourless peanut butter to almond flour chocolate chip.
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Five proven approaches to gluten-free cakes that taste like the real thing. Learn which flour combinations, binders, and techniques produce cakes that fool even wheat-cake loyalists, plus common mistakes and how to fix them.
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A well-stocked gluten-free pantry is the foundation of confident baking. We break down the 7 essential product categories every gluten-free baker needs, with specific brand picks, price comparisons, and the common stocking mistakes that sabotage your results.
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Not all coconut flour performs the same in gluten-free baking. We tested 7 popular brands and ranked them by grind fineness, absorption consistency, and value to help you pick the right one for your recipes.
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Not all rice flour is created equal. We compare 6 top brands for gluten-free baking based on grind quality, certification, price, and real-world performance to help you pick the right one for your recipes.
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Not all potato starch and cornstarch brands are equal for gluten-free baking. We compare 7 top brands with pros, cons, and clear recommendations so you can stock your pantry with confidence.
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Not all tapioca flour performs the same in gluten-free baking. We tested 7 brands across multiple recipes and ranked them by grind quality, price, certifications, and real-world baking results. Bob's Red Mill takes the top spot, but the best pick depends on how you bake.
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Not all tapioca flour performs the same in gluten-free baking. We tested 7 brands across multiple recipes and ranked them by grind quality, price, certifications, and real-world baking results. Bob's Red Mill takes the top spot, but the best pick depends on how you bake.
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Not all almond flour is created equal. We compared 7 popular brands — from Bob's Red Mill to Kirkland — on grind fineness, price, certifications, and baking performance to help you pick the right one for your gluten-free recipes.
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We tested and compared seven of the best gluten-free flour blend brands — from budget picks to premium pastry blends. See which one wins for everyday baking, bread, cookies, and more, plus common mistakes to avoid when choosing a blend.
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Almond flour and coconut flour are both popular in gluten-free baking, but they behave completely differently. Learn how each one affects texture, when to use which, and how to swap them with the right ratio adjustments.
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Making your own gluten-free flour at home saves money and gives you total control over your blends. We compare the 5 best food processors for milling gluten-free grains, plus share the techniques that produce the finest, most consistent flour every time.
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Gluten-free flours clump more than wheat flour, making sifting essential rather than optional. We tested five flour sifters and fine mesh strainers to find the best options for GF bakers at every level.
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Complete review of King Arthur's gluten-free flour line from a baker's perspective. Real results, tips, and honest comparisons for celiac-safe baking.
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Discover why soy flour is gluten-free with incredible protein content. Get expert baking tips, substitution ratios, and storage advice from a baker.
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So, we've been on a mission here, trying to figure out the best gluten-free flour blend for cookies. It's a big question, right? Especially since there are so many options out there, and they all say they're '1:1' replacements. But let's be real, that's not always the case. We decided to put a bunch of popular blends to the test, using a classic cookie recipe, to see which ones really deliver. We looked at everything: how they bake, how they taste, and even how long the cookies stay good. No mo
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