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High gluten flour has the highest protein content, close to 13-15 percent.
High gluten flour has the highest protein content, close to 13-15 percent.
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Cake flour has a protein content of 6-7 percent.
Cake flour has a protein content of 6-7 percent.
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Whole wheat flour is derived from the wheat berry.
Whole wheat flour is derived from the wheat berry.
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The protein content in wheat flour can vary based on the variety of wheat and the time of year.
The protein content in wheat flour can vary based on the variety of wheat and the time of year.
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Soft wheats typically result in high gluten flour.
Soft wheats typically result in high gluten flour.
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Study Notes
Flour and Its Importance in Baking
- Wheat flour is derived from the wheat berry.
- The protein content of wheat flour varies depending on the source, variety, and time of year.
Types of Flour
- High gluten flour:
- Has the highest protein content (13-15%)
- Used for making specific baked goods
- Cake flour:
- Has lower protein content (6-7%)
- Has a whiter color
- Whole wheat flour:
- Derived from the entire wheat grain
- Has a distinct characteristics compared to other types of flour
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