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. Step-by-step recipe with rich heritage flavour.
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
Pastéis de Nata (Portuguese Custard Tarts)
Golden, blistered, and warm from the oven, Pastéis de Nata are more than just a sweet treat—they’re a symbol of Portugal’s monastic ingenuity and café culture. Born in a Lisbon monastery and now beloved worldwide, these custard tarts tell a story of resourcefulness, tradition, and irresistible flavour. Discover the history, the ritual, and the recipe behind Portugal’s most iconic pastry in Bake #11 of my Around the World in 80 Bakes series.
25 minutes15 minutes min total
Classic Apple Pie with Interlaced Pastry
Learn how to bake a classic apple pie with a beautiful interlaced pastry top. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a flaky, buttery crust and perfectly spiced apple filling. Includes prep time, cook time, and serving tips.
45 minutes50-60 minutes min total
The Origins and History of Tarte au Citron
Few desserts achieve the perfect harmony of tart and sweet quite like Tarte au Citron, the French lemon tart. With its crisp, buttery pastry and velvety-smooth lemon curd filling, this classic dessert is a staple in French pâtisseries and home kitchens alike. But beyond its delicate flavor and elegant presentation lies a rich history that stretches across centuries and continents.
30m mins25-30 minutes (including blind baking the crust and cooking the lemon curd) min total
Runeberg Torte: Story of Finland’s Iconic Pastry
The Runeberg Torte, or Runebergintorttu, is a beloved Finnish pastry named after poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg. Legend says his wife, Fredrika Runeberg, created it using simple ingredients like breadcrumbs, almonds, and a splash of rum. Traditionally enjoyed in January and February, it features a moist, spiced cake topped with raspberry jam and icing.
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