How To Heat Treat Flour
Looking to make edible cookie dough or brownie batter? Make sure to follow my tutorial on how to heat treat flour to get rid of any harmful bacteria!
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 455kcal
Equipment
- microwave-safe plate or bowl for microwave method
- food thermometer
- baking sheet for oven method
- Parchment Paper for oven method
Instructions
Microwave method:
- In a microwave-safe bowl or plate, add 1 cup all-purpose flour.
- Microwave at 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the flour reaches 160°F/70°C.
- Let fully cool. Make sure to sift before using, since it might be clumpy.
Oven method:
- Preheat oven to 350°F/177°C. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Evenly spread 1 cup all-purpose flour on top of lined baking sheet. Bake for 7-10 minutes, stirring halfway, until the flour reaches 160°F/70°C.
- Let fully cool. Make sure to sift before using, since it might be clumpy.
Notes
Store leftover heat-treated flour in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one year.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 6mg
