Terri’s Healthier Bread Flour Mix
This easy, budget-friendly homemade flour mix is a healthier alternative for bread-making, perfect for families looking to make nutritious, delicious loaves at home without breaking the bank. By mixing white flour, wheat flour, and wheat germ in bulk, you’ll create a versatile blend that’s ideal for bread machines or traditional baking.
| Cook Time | Prep Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| Not applicable | 5 minutes | 5 minutes |
Recipe Category
Breads
Keywords
Grains, Under 15 Minutes, Beginner-Friendly, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 394.5 |
| Fat Content | 2.4g |
| Saturated Fat Content | 0.4g |
| Cholesterol Content | 0mg |
| Sodium Content | 4.7mg |
| Carbohydrate Content | 83.7g |
| Fiber Content | 11.3g |
| Sugar Content | 0.4g |
| Protein Content | 15g |
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 3/4 cups | White flour |
| 4 cups | Wheat flour |
| 1/2 cup | Wheat germ |
| 1/2 cup | [Add any additional ingredients if needed for consistency] |
| 1/3 cup | [Add any additional ingredients if needed for consistency] |
Yields
Approximately 8 cups of flour mix
Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the white flour, wheat flour, and wheat germ. |
| 2 | Stir the ingredients thoroughly with a large spoon, ensuring they are well-mixed. Then use a fork to further combine until the mixture is consistent. |
| 3 | Transfer the flour mix to a gallon-sized zip-lock bag or an airtight container for storage. |
| 4 | To use, substitute this mix in place of regular flour in your bread recipes. |
| 5 | This flour blend works particularly well in wheat bread recipes. For bread machines, use the wheat cycle for best results. |
| 6 | Note: When making a large loaf, you may need to add one extra tablespoon of this flour mix to achieve the right consistency. |
