Sorghum Flour

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Mildly earthy flavor for bread, muffins and pancakes.

Updated October 4, 2026 (UTC)

10%

Protein

85%

Absorption

136g

Per Cup

6mo

Shelf Life Estimate

Absorption estimate

85% · 45–400% across the gluten-free flours here

Lower estimate (45%)Higher estimate (400%)

The 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 →

Using Sorghum Flour in Your Baking

Start with a recipe that names this flour. Rice, cassava and coconut use different swap estimates, so keep the flour and starch proportions together when your recipe calls for a blend.

For bread, choose a recipe with a defined blend and binder. Use the xanthan gum or psyllium it names rather than adding both amounts shown here.

Binder starting point: Keep your recipe's blend ingredients and amounts together. The starting estimate here is 0.25 tsp xanthan gum per cup. Use your recipe’s binder amount for the finished blend.

Use the Flour Converter for estimated flour amounts and any conversion limits, or the Blend Builder to compare recipe-type blend presets. See methodology for data sources.

Compared with All-Purpose Wheat Flour

Protein

10%-3%

Absorption

85%same

Density

136g/cup+9%

All-purpose wheat flour: 10.3% protein, 85% absorption, 125g/cup

Binder Starting Estimates

Xanthan Gum

0.25 tsp / cup

Psyllium Husk

0.75 tsp / cup

Sorghum flour has no added gum. For bread, muffins or pancakes, use a blend recipe that includes sorghum and keep its binder amount.

Recipe Uses

BreadPancakesMuffins

Storage

Store sorghum flour in a cool, dry place and follow the package directions. Rough shelf-life estimate: 6 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 Sorghum

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