Wheat Flour vs Whole wheat flour

A side-by-side guide to substituting Whole wheat flour for Wheat Flour (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.9 cup of Whole wheat flour for every 1 cup of Wheat Flour.

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Wheat Flour

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Whole wheat flour

Conversion: Use 90% as much (0.9 cup per 1 cup)

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Notes: Includes wheat bran and germ; absorbs more liquid and produces denser, heartier baked goods.

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When to use Whole wheat flour instead of Wheat Flour

Includes wheat bran and germ; absorbs more liquid and produces denser, heartier baked goods. The conversion is use 90% as much (0.9 cup per 1 cup).

Common questions

Can I substitute Whole wheat flour for Wheat Flour?

Yes — Includes wheat bran and germ; absorbs more liquid and produces denser, heartier baked goods. Ratio: Use 90% as much (0.9 cup per 1 cup).

What's the conversion ratio for Wheat Flour to Whole wheat flour?

Use 90% as much (0.9 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Wheat Flour and Whole wheat flour interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Includes wheat bran and germ; absorbs more liquid and produces denser, heartier baked goods..

Is Whole wheat flour a better substitute than other options for Wheat Flour?

Whole wheat flour is one of the options SubSwap lists for Wheat Flour. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Wheat Flour substitutes.

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