Out of All purpose flour, one case
Self-rising flour vs all-purpose flour
2 options, ranked, with the exact amount
Use Self-rising flour
Same amount as the all purpose flour
Leaving out 1 ½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt per cup
You can substitute self-rising flour for all-purpose flour cup for cup if you leave out the recipe's baking powder and salt, up to 1 ½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt per cup of flour. For all-purpose to self-rising, add 1 ½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt per cup.
- Verdict —
- Tweak it
- What changes —
- similar taste and texture
- Best for —
- biscuits
One casethe full all purpose flour card
Why it works
All purpose flourSelf-rising flour and all-purpose flour differ in their leavening content. Self-rising flour contains baking powder and salt, while all-purpose flour is plain. The substitution works by adjusting the leavening agents to match the flour type needed for the recipe.
Every option, one card
Ranked| # | Substitute | Instead of all purpose flour | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Self-rising flourbiscuits | Same amountLeaving out 1 ½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt per cupTweak it | Tweak it |
| 2 | All-purpose + baking powder + saltwhen you need self-rising flour | Same amountPlus 1 ½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt per cupWorks | Works |
Self-rising flour
similar taste and texture
Self-rising flour contains baking powder and salt, so you need to adjust leavening agents when substituting for all-purpose flour.
- Best for
- biscuits, muffins, quick breads, when you need convenience
Each cup of self-rising flour already contains about 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt, so leave that much out of the recipe. If the recipe calls for more baking powder than that, add only the difference, and keep any baking soda it calls for.
All-purpose + baking powder + salt
similar taste and texture
Create self-rising flour by mixing all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt.
- Best for
- when you need self-rising flour, quick breads, biscuits
For every cup of self-rising flour needed, use 1 cup all-purpose flour plus 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt.
All-purpose flour for self-rising
similar taste and texture
Add baking powder and salt to all-purpose flour to create self-rising flour for recipes that call for it.
- Amount
- Same amount
- Best for
- biscuits, muffins, quick breads, when you need self-rising flour
Mix 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt. Sift together before using.
How it behaves in this recipe
When substituting between self-rising flour and all-purpose flour, consider the leavening content and recipe type. Self-rising flour is convenient for quick breads while all-purpose flour offers more control over leavening.
Tips for substituting all purpose flour
5 tips- Sift self-rising flour before measuring for most accurate results
- Self-rising flour is best for quick breads and biscuits
- All-purpose flour gives you more control over leavening in yeast breads
- Use self-rising flour for convenience in simple recipes
- Test small batches to find the texture you prefer
Notes on all purpose flour
- Mix all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt to create self-rising flour
- Remove leavening agents when using self-rising flour in place of all-purpose
- Consider the recipe type when choosing your flour substitute
- Adjust other ingredients based on the flour type used
Questions
5 questionsCan I use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes. Use the same amount of self-rising flour and leave out the recipe's baking powder and salt, up to 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt for each cup used.
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of self-rising flour?
Yes, all-purpose flour can substitute for self-rising flour by adding 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt per cup.
What's the difference between self-rising flour and all-purpose flour?
Self-rising flour contains baking powder and salt, while all-purpose flour is plain. Self-rising flour is convenient for quick breads and biscuits, while all-purpose flour gives you more control over leavening.
Can I use self-rising flour for yeast bread?
Self-rising flour can be used for yeast bread, but it's not ideal because it contains baking powder which can interfere with yeast activity. All-purpose flour is better for yeast breads.
Do I need to adjust the recipe when substituting flours?
Yes, adjust the leavening agents. Leave out up to 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt per cup when using self-rising flour for all-purpose, or add 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt per cup when using all-purpose for self-rising.