Luminous Gluten-Free Baking Blend
Transform your gluten-free baking with the Luminous Gluten-Free Baking Blend, a versatile and easy-to-make flour mixture designed to elevate your favorite recipes. Whether you're whipping up crusty bread, soft cookies, or delicate pastries, this blend combines the nutritional power of sorghum, quinoa, and brown rice with the lightweight attributes of tapioca and sweet rice flours. Ideal for those with gluten sensitivities, our blend promotes a delightful crumb and texture to every baked good. For best results, incorporate Expandex, a modified tapioca starch, to achieve a lighter, fluffier finish. Discover more about Expandex at www.expandexglutenfree.com.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
sorghum flour
1 cup (can substitute with chickpea flour)
tapioca starch
1 cup
cornstarch
1 cup (can substitute with arrowroot)
quinoa flour
1/2 cup (can substitute with oat flour)
fine brown rice flour
1/2 cup
sweet rice flour
3/4 cup
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, add the sorghum (or chickpea) flour, tapioca starch, cornstarch (or arrowroot), quinoa (or oat) flour, brown rice flour, and sweet rice flour.
2
Using a whisk or a large spoon, thoroughly mix the ingredients until they are fully combined and no lumps remain.
3
Store the gluten-free flour blend in an airtight container and keep it refrigerated when not in use. This will help maintain its freshness and extend its shelf life.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Luminous Gluten-Free Baking Blend?
It is a versatile and easy-to-make flour mixture designed to elevate gluten-free recipes like bread, cookies, and pastries.
Is this flour blend gluten-free?
Yes, it is specifically formulated for those with gluten sensitivities using non-gluten flours and starches.
Is the blend suitable for vegans?
Yes, all ingredients in this blend are plant-based and vegan-friendly.
Does this recipe contain dairy?
No, the Luminous Gluten-Free Baking Blend is naturally dairy-free.
What are the main ingredients in the blend?
The blend consists of sorghum flour, tapioca starch, cornstarch, quinoa flour, fine brown rice flour, and sweet rice flour.
Can I substitute sorghum flour?
Yes, you can substitute sorghum flour with chickpea flour if desired.
What is a good substitute for cornstarch in this recipe?
You can use arrowroot powder as a substitute for cornstarch.
Can quinoa flour be replaced?
Yes, quinoa flour can be substituted with oat flour.
What role does tapioca starch play in the blend?
Tapioca starch provides a lightweight attribute and helps create a desirable texture in baked goods.
Can I use this blend for making bread?
Absolutely, it is ideal for making crusty gluten-free bread.
Is this blend good for baking cookies?
Yes, it is designed to help produce soft and delicious gluten-free cookies.
Can I use this for making pastries?
Yes, the blend is refined enough to be used in delicate pastry recipes.
How do I mix the ingredients?
Add all flours and starches to a large bowl and use a whisk or spoon to mix until no lumps remain.
How should the flour blend be stored?
Store the blend in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator.
Why should the blend be refrigerated?
Refrigeration helps maintain the freshness of the grains and extends the shelf life of the mixture.
What is Expandex?
Expandex is a modified tapioca starch that can be added to the blend for a lighter and fluffier finish.
Where can I learn more about Expandex?
You can find more information at www.expandexglutenfree.com.
What is the benefit of sweet rice flour in this blend?
Sweet rice flour helps improve the binding and crumb texture of gluten-free baked goods.
Does this blend contain nuts?
No, this recipe is naturally nut-free.
Is this blend soy-free?
Yes, there are no soy-based ingredients in this flour blend.
What kind of texture can I expect from this blend?
This blend promotes a delightful crumb and a lighter texture compared to standard gluten-free flours.
How many ingredients are in the basic blend?
There are six primary ingredients in the Luminous Gluten-Free Baking Blend.
Why is fine brown rice flour used?
Fine brown rice flour is used to provide structure without the grittiness often found in coarser rice flours.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, you can easily double or triple the measurements to make a larger batch for storage.
Do I need a mixer to make this blend?
No, a simple bowl and a whisk or large spoon are all that is required for mixing.
What is the measurement for sorghum flour in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sorghum flour.
How much tapioca starch is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of tapioca starch.
What is the amount of quinoa flour used?
The blend uses 1/2 cup of quinoa flour.
How much sweet rice flour should I add?
You should add 3/4 cup of sweet rice flour to the mixture.
Is this a good general-purpose flour substitute?
Yes, it is specifically designed as a versatile flour substitute for various types of cooking and baking.