Cake Flour
Very mild wheat flavor; contains gluten.
Contains Gluten: Not Gluten-Free
This conventional wheat flour is a reference for conversion estimates. It is not gluten-free and is unsafe for anyone with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. For a gluten-free replacement, use the converter below or browse the gluten-free flour database.
7%
Protein
75%
Absorption
106g
Per Cup
12mo
Shelf Life Estimate
Absorption estimate
75% · 45–400% across the gluten-free flours hereThe absorption estimate is near the middle of this range. Use a recipe for this flour to work out how much liquid to add. Compare flour estimates →
Binder Starting Estimates
Cake flour contains gluten. When replacing it, follow a cake recipe written for the gluten-free flour you choose.
When to Choose Cake Flour
This wheat flour contains gluten and is not safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. It is here as a source-flour reference. The converter uses it to estimate replacement amounts; those amounts do not establish a complete gluten-free recipe.
If you’re converting a recipe that calls for this flour, use the Wheat-to-Gluten-Free Calculator to see estimated flour amounts, binder guidance and cases where a recipe-specific flour cannot be converted.
Compare side-by-side in the Flour Database. For conversion amounts, use the Flour Converter. See methodology for data sources.
Recipe Uses
Storage
Store airtight in a cool, dry place. Rough shelf-life estimate: 12 months. Use your bag's date and storage directions when deciding whether to use it.
Certification
Check the specific product: Certification varies by product. A flour category does not establish certification for any bag; check the packaging and maker’s information.
Conversion guidance for Cake
Where to Buy
There's no verified product link for this flour yet.
Quick Facts
- Category
- wheat
- Yeast baking
- No
- Density
- 106g / cup
- Shelf Life Estimate
- 12 months
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page. Our recommendations are independent and this costs you nothing extra. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Arrowhead Mills Organic Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
King Arthur Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
Namaste Perfect Flour Blend
Related Flour Profiles
Namaste Perfect Flour Blend
Neutral blend made with sweet brown rice and sorghum.
Arrowhead Mills Organic Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
Mild flavor from a sorghum-and-rice blend.
Simple Mills Almond Flour Baking Mix
Lightly sweet almond baking mix with leavening and binder already included.
King Arthur Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
Mild, neutral flavor. A separate product from Measure for Measure.
Get the free Gluten-Free Flour Cheat Sheet
Print the flour-swap estimates and binder notes to keep beside your recipe while you bake.