Make a homemade version of Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Flour with this copycat recipe. It's the perfect gluten-free flour blend for your home baking needs, like cookies, muffins, and cakes!
Why Make a Gluten-Free Flour Blend at Home?
I love using store-bought gluten-free flour blends. They are consistent, easy to use, and convenient. But there are times when I've had to make a flour blend from scratch.
Like when I've run out of a particular blend and still want to bake those gluten-free peanut butter cookies, or when a company changes their beloved formulation, like when Cup4Cup removed the milk powder so I created my own version of the Cup4Cup blend to add the milk powder back in.
If you have a stocked gluten-free pantry, you might have all of these ingredients already on hand, which makes it easy to whip up a small batch and quicker than running to the grocery store. Not to mention, it's usually cheaper to make from scratch.
What is Bob's Red Mill 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour?
Bob's Red Mill 1:1 flour is a commercial gluten-free flour blend that was designed to replace wheat flour in equal amounts, or 1-to-1, in most recipes. It is a proprietary blend of sweet rice flour, brown rice flour, tapioca starch, sorghum flour, potato starch, and xanthan gum.
It is arguably one of the most popular gluten-free flour blends on the market, and can be found in almost every grocery store. It's a go-to for many because it is so versatile and works well in most baked goods.
Katie's Recipe Notes
Whenever I want to mimic a flour blend, I look at the ingredient list and the nutritional analysis and then reverse engineer the recipe to get it as close to the original as possible. Based on that, I think this is as close as you can get to Bob's with a homemade blend.
I've tested this flour on various cookies, cakes, and muffins, including these gluten-free sourdough discard banana muffins; it is working just as well as the original Bob's Red Mill blend.
For the best results and to avoid a grainy texture, use superfine rice flours. Make sure to look for labels that specifically mention 'superfine' when shopping, as this indicates they are very finely ground. This small detail is often missed and can make a huge difference in your recipes.
Recipe Ingredient Notes
- Superfine Sweet Rice Flour: This mild flavored flour makes up the largest portion of the blend. It provides neutral starch and moisture, helping baked goods stay tender.
- Superfine Brown Rice Flour: Adds whole grain flavor and protein.
- Tapioca Starch: Offers elasticity and chew. It helps bind everything together.
- Superfine Sorghum Flour: Another whole grain that lends protein to the mix.
- Potato Starch: Adds a light starchy texture and moisture, essential for a tender crumb.
- Xanthan Gum: A common binder used to mimic gluten.
*Refer to the recipe card below for exact measurements.
Necessary Equipment
In order to accurately measure the ingredients for this flour bend, you will need a digital kitchen scale. Most kitchen scales will work for larger measurements, but for smaller quantities, you need to have a scale that can accurately measure down to 0.01 g, which this one does.
Precision is key, especially when making a gluten-free flour blend and I will not be providing U.S. cup-based measurements for this recipe.
How to Make Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour Blend
- Step 1: Gather your ingredients and measure them out by weight with your digital kitchen scale into a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Whisk to thoroughly combine the ingredients. You can use the blend right away or scoop it into an sealed container for storage.
Top Recipe Tips
Before using your gluten-free flour blend, it's crucial to give it a good whisk. This helps redistribute the flours and starches evenly.
If you have access to a high powered blender, like a Vitamix with a dry grains jar, you can whiz up your blend for added reassurance that everything is mixed and finely ground.
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Storage
To keep your homemade gluten-free flour blend fresh, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Label the container with the date and type of blend.
The blend will keep for several months at room temperature, even longer when refrigerated or frozen.
What to Make with Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour
This blend is a great all-purpose gluten-free flour that works well in many recipes, especially cookies, cakes, and quick breads. Here's a few my recipes that feature Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour:
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Recipe FAQs
One cup of my Bob's Red Mill gluten-free flour blend weighs approximately 135 grams.
You can make certain substitutions with caution. For example, I have swapped the sweet rice flour with superfine white rice flour and had good results. But keep in mind that each substitution may alter the texture and behavior of the flour in your recipes, so some experimentation might be necessary to achieve your desired results.
I will not be providing the measurements in cups, as it leads to too much variation and may alter the outcome of the recipe. For accuracy, it's best to weigh the ingredients.
Recipe
Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour (Copycat)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 240 g superfine sweet rice flour
- 150 g superfine brown rice flour
- 90 g potato starch
- 60 g superfine sorghum flour
- 54 g tapioca flour
- 6 g xanthan gum (2 teaspoons)
Instructions
- Weigh all ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk thoroughly until completely combined.
- Use right away or transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Nutrition
* Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should be used as an estimate only. See the nutrition policy for more information.
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