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Cake Flour Substitute

Cake flour is low in protein for a tender crumb. Cornstarch dilutes the protein in all-purpose flour.

All-purpose flour + cornstarch⅞ cup all-purpose flour (1 cup minus 2 tbsp) + 2 tbsp cornstarchSift together twice.

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What is the best substitute for cake flour?

All-purpose flour + cornstarch: ⅞ cup all-purpose flour (1 cup minus 2 tbsp) + 2 tbsp cornstarch per 1 cup. Sift together twice.

Why does cake flour matter in a recipe?

Cake flour is low in protein for a tender crumb. Cornstarch dilutes the protein in all-purpose flour.