Best Plain Flour Substitutes in Fudgy Vegan Brownies
This recipe calls for 120 g plain flour. If you're out of plain flour or need to adapt the recipe, here are 5 tested substitutes - each with a quantity guide and notes on how it changes the dish.
About This Substitution
Role in this recipe: Structure, thickening, coating, binding
When you need a gluten-free version or different flour type.
5 Substitutes for Plain Flour in Fudgy Vegan Brownies
1. Gluten-free plain flour blend
Ratio: 1:1
Most GF blends now perform close to plain flour in sauces and cakes - use a quality brand with xanthan gum.
2. Rice flour
Ratio: 1:1 for thickening
Creates a beautiful, clear, glossy sauce - slightly different texture in baking. Naturally gluten-free.
3. Oat flour (blitzed oats)
Ratio: 1:1
More nutritious and slightly denser - works well in pancakes, cookies and muffins. Not suitable for pastry.
4. Spelt flour
Ratio: 1:1
Lower in gluten, nuttier flavour - not coeliac-safe but better tolerated by many. Great in flatbreads and pasta.
5. Chickpea flour (gram flour)
Ratio: 1:1 for thickening and coating
Nutty, high-protein alternative - excellent for pancakes, fritters and batters. Noticeable flavour.
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