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Pastry Flour Substitute

If you're out of pastry flour and need a quick substitute, this simple recipe is perfect. It’s great for cakes and pastries, providing a similar texture with ingredients you likely have at home.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 485kcal
Author: Val

Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • spoon or whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
  • Mix well until the cornstarch is fully incorporated.
  • Use this mixture as a substitute for 1 cup of pastry flour in any recipe.

Notes

  • This substitute works best in recipes that require a delicate texture, like pie dough or cakes and pastries.
  • The cornstarch helps to reduce the amount of protein in the all-purpose flour, making the final product softer.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 103g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 6mg