Have a recipe that calls for self-rising flour but don't have any at home? Not to fear! This DIY recipe is all you'll need and requires just three common ingredients which you probably do have on hand, with an option for gluten free.
This recipe always comes in handy when I find a baking recipe I really want to make only to discover I don't have perhaps the most important ingredient: self-rising flour! Actually, this "recipe" is not so much of a recipe as it is a substitute for self-rising flour, and that's the beauty of baking science. The three ingredients in this flour are likely the same exact ones in the store bought version, so you should still have the same great result.
I actually prefer to just make this particular flour at home now instead of buying the pre-made version because I just don't do enough baking during certain times of the year to justify the separate product. But I always have all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt on hand, so I can just whip up (or whisk up in this case) a batch of this self rising flour replacement. Boom. And in case you're wondering, my favorite recipe to use it in is this 2 ingredient bagel recipe (so fun to make, and so tasty!)
Oh, and if you need a gluten free version (which is almost impossible to find locally!) I've included instructions for how to make that below as well, and it's nearly just as easy.
🌿 Ingredients
See recipe card below for exact quantities.
📝 Instructions
So how do you make self-rising flour? You'll be glad to know that the process is even faster than the time it takes to gather the ingredients!
Just grab a large mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder and salt, and use a whisk to incorporate everything well. Or if you'd prefer to use a flour sifter, that works well too. Just make sure you whisk for a at least a full minute or two, or sift at least a couple of times. And that's it! Super, super easy.
Gluten-free self-rising flour
If you'd like to make this recipe gluten free, you'll need to do two additional things:
- Check the ingredients on your gluten-free flour blend. If it includes xantham gum, you're all set. If not, you'll need to add a little to your flour so that it binds properly when baking, ½ teaspoon for this recipe. You should be able to buy xantham gum at most larger grocery stores or natural foods stores.
- I highly recommend using a food processor rather than a whisk to incorporate your flour (gluten-free flours can be a bit fussy.) Process for about 5 minutes to make sure everything is well combined.
🍳 Recipe
Homemade Self-Rising Flour (Small Batch)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and use a whisk to incorporate everything well. See additional notes for gluten-free option.2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon xantham gum
- If you're not using your self rising flour right away, store in an airtight container in the pantry away from heat and light.
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