How is flour made step by step

I love baking with whole grains, and I even mill most of my flour from whole grain berries, but you probably grew up using all-purpose flour (I did too!).

Understanding what all-purpose flour is, how to use it in your transition to whole grain baking, and why it’s better to make yours at home, can really change the way you bake. Combining whole grains with all-purpose flour can make dishes more nutritious while making them easier for picky-eaters or those who are brand-new to whole grains.

How to make all purpose flour from bread flour

But, what is all-purpose flour? As the name suggests, it’s a go-to for many baking recipes.

It’s available in both bleached and unbleached varieties, with the latter being my personal preference.

Unbleached all-purpose flour provides more structure in baked goods and retains a bit more of the wheat’s natural essence.

It’s widely available in grocery stores across the United States and is an incredibly economical way to bake.

Is “all-purpose flour” the same as “white fl