Cake Flour Substitute

All-purpose flour can be used in most recipes that call for cake flour, but it will not produce the same delicate texture.

The best substitute for cake flour is a combination of cornstarch and all-purpose flour. This will help to lighten the texture of the final product and make it more similar to cake flour.

To make the equivalent of one cup of cake flour, measure 1 cup of all-purpose flour, then remove 2 tablespoons of flour and replace it with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Sift the flour and cornstarch together three times and then use as you would use cake flour.

Storing Cake Flour

It is important to remember that cake flour can easily become clumpy, so it is important to store it in an airtight container. Stored in a cool, dry place cake flour can keep for up to a year. If you store it in the refrigerator or freezer it will last at least two to three years.