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Whole Wheat Flour

Check the specific productYeast bakingContains Wheat Starch

Nutty, earthy 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.

13.5%

Protein

100%

Absorption

125g

Per Cup

3mo

Shelf Life Estimate

Absorption estimate

100% · 45–400% across the gluten-free flours here
Lower estimate (45%)Higher estimate (400%)

The absorption estimate is on the high side compared with the other flours here. Take your liquid amount from a recipe written for this flour. Compare flour estimates →

Binder Starting Estimates

Whole wheat flour contains gluten. For a gluten-free version, choose a suitable blend and use its recipe for the liquid amount.

When to Choose Whole Wheat 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

BreadMuffinsPancakesCookies

Storage

Refrigerate or freeze whole wheat flour; the oils in the wheat germ shorten its storage life. Rough shelf-life estimate: 3 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 Whole

Where to Buy

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Quick Facts

Category
wheat
Yeast baking
Yes
Density
125g / cup
Shelf Life Estimate
3 months

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