Cassava Flour vs Cornstarch

A side-by-side guide to substituting Cornstarch for Cassava Flour (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.8 cup of Cornstarch for every 1 cup of Cassava Flour.

Side-by-side

Cassava Flour

Base unit: cup

Read the full guide: Cassava Flour

Cornstarch

Conversion: Use 80% as much (0.8 cup per 1 cup)

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Notes: Stronger thickening power; use 80% of the amount called for. Best for puddings, sauces, and cookies rather than bread.

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When to use Cornstarch instead of Cassava Flour

Stronger thickening power; use 80% of the amount called for. Best for puddings, sauces, and cookies rather than bread. The conversion is use 80% as much (0.8 cup per 1 cup).

Common questions

Can I substitute Cornstarch for Cassava Flour?

Yes — Stronger thickening power; use 80% of the amount called for. Best for puddings, sauces, and cookies rather than bread. Ratio: Use 80% as much (0.8 cup per 1 cup).

What's the conversion ratio for Cassava Flour to Cornstarch?

Use 80% as much (0.8 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Cassava Flour and Cornstarch interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Stronger thickening power; use 80% of the amount called for..

Is Cornstarch a better substitute than other options for Cassava Flour?

Cornstarch is one of the options SubSwap lists for Cassava Flour. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Cassava Flour substitutes.

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