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Learning how to make self-rising flour at home is one of the easiest kitchen shortcuts you can keep in your back pocket. With just three simple ingredients — flour, baking powder, and salt — you can make a quick substitute anytime a recipe calls for it.
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Why you’ll love this simple self-rising flour recipe!
Self rising flour is basically all-purpose flour that has been pre-mixed with baking powder and salt. It’s a great shortcut ingredient used in recipes where you want a little lift without having to measure out multiple leaveners. It is most often used in quick breads, biscuits, pancakes, muffins, and sometimes even for cakes.
But, all too often, I have been in the middle of a recipe and realized that I don’t have any on hand. Oops! Luckily, it is super easy to make at home.
- Only 3 ingredients: Just flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Ready in seconds: Whisk it together and you’re done.
- Perfect baking shortcut: Great for biscuits, pancakes, muffins, and quick breads.
- Saves a trip to the store: Make it anytime with pantry staples.
- Easy to scale: Mix exactly the amount you need.
Table of Contents
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – Forms the base of the mixture.
- Baking powder – Provides the leavening that makes baked goods rise.
- Salt – Enhances flavor and balances the mixture.
How to Make Self-Rising Flour
- Combine the ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Use or store: Use immediately in place of store-bought self-rising flour, or transfer to an airtight container for later use.
Self-Rising Flour Ratio
If you want to make different amounts, follow this simple ratio:
For every 1 cup of all-purpose flour:
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
You can scale this up or down depending on how much you need.
Storage
You can store homemade self-rising flour just like regular flour.
- Pantry: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
- Fridge or freezer: If your kitchen is warm or humid, store the flour in the refrigerator or freezer to keep the baking powder fresh. When ready to use, let it come back to room temperature and give it a quick whisk before baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Self-rising flour already contains baking powder and salt, while all-purpose flour does not.
Yes. Use it as a 1:1 replacement.
Usually no. Since baking powder is already included, most recipes do not need extra.
It’s commonly used in biscuits, pancakes, muffins, quick breads, and some cake recipes. Try this self-rising flour in my 7UP Biscuits, 4-Ingredient Banana Bread, Quick + Easy Cornbread Fritters Recipe, and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Bread.
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Self-Rising Flour
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- whisk
- Measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. (It's important to whisk well so the baking powder is evenly distributed!)
- Use immediately in place of self-rising flour, or store in an airtight container for later use.
Notes
- Do NOT add extra baking powder or salt to your recipe when using this mix—it’s already included!
- If you’re using a recipe that calls for self-rising flour plus baking powder, check to see if you should omit or reduce the added leavening.
- If you are making a batch of this flour to keep, make sure you label and date the container so you don’t forget what it is.
- Baking powder is the key to self-rising flour, so make sure yours isn’t past its prime. If you’re unsure, you can test it by adding a small amount to a bowl and dropping a little in warm water. If it fizzes, it’s good.
This is the easiest flour recipe – ever! Thank you!
So easy great tip will use often