Wheat Flour: The Foundation of Baking
Discover the world of wheat flour, from varieties and protein content to white vs. whole wheat differences. Learn proper storage and handling techniques to achieve the perfect texture in all your baked goods.
Learning Objectives
Introduction
Flour isn't just a bland white powder – it's a versatile ingredient with properties that can transform your cooking. Understanding these properties gives you the power to select the perfect flour for each recipe, troubleshoot baking problems, and create exactly the texture you're looking for in your baked goods.
In this lesson, we'll explore wheat flour from a practical perspective, focusing on what you need to know to improve your everyday cooking and baking. This lesson is divided into five sections:
Wheat Varieties and What They Mean for Your Baking
Protein Content: The Key to Texture and Structure
White vs Whole Wheat
Proper Storage of Flour
Handling Flour for Best Results
By the end of this lesson, you'll confidently select the correct flour for whatever you're baking and understand how to modify recipes to achieve your desired textures.
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