How to Heat Treat Flour

Everything you need to know about how to heat treat flour. Avoid food borne illnesses and don't skip this step!

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Heat treating flour is an absolute must when making no-bake recipes. Use these 2 simple methods to heat treat flour at home in the microwave or in the oven.

If you love no-bake desserts like edible cookie dough, cookie dough truffles, and no-bake cheesecake bites, then just follow our simple how-to instructions.

What is Heat Treating Flour?

Heat treating flour is cooking the raw flour until the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F to kill all the bacteria inside of it.

Is Heat Treating Flour Necessary?

According to the FDA, like many plants, grains like wheat could come in contact with pathogens such as E. Coli and bacteria like Salmonella. Heat treating flour ensures that flour can be used in no-bake recipes while making sure that it’s still safe to use.

Is it ok to eat Raw Flour?

No! Raw flour can contain germs that can get you sick.

What temperature kills bacteria in flour?

Raw flour needs to be cooked to 160°F to be heat treated.

What tools do I need to Heat Treat Flour?

• Microwave Safe Bowl (If Microwaving)
• Spoon (If Microwaving)
• Oven
• Baking Sheet with sides (If Baking)

How long should I Heat Treat Flour?

You should heat treat your flour for 5 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

How to Heat Treat Flour in the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F
2. Spread flour evenly on baking sheet
3. Bake for 5 minutes
4. Let cool completely before using

How to Heat Treat Flour in the Microwave

1. Place flour in a microwavable bowl
2. Microwave for 30 seconds in intervals
3. Between intervals mix with a spoon
4. Repeat at least 3 times, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F

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Heat Treating Flour

Everything you need to know about how to heat treat flour. Avoid food borne illnesses and don't skip this step!

Active Time5 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Course: baking

Cuisine: American

Keyword: flour, heat treat, kitchen basics

Calories: 455kcal

Author: Jake Fishkind

Materials

• Flour

Instructions

Heat Treating in the Microwave

• Place flour in a microwavable bowl
• Microwave in 30 second intervals
• Between intervals stir with a spoon
• Repeat at least 3 times, until internal temperature is 160°F

Heat Treating in the Oven

• Preheat oven to 350°F
• Spread flour evenly on a baking sheet that has sides
• Bake for 5 minutes
• Let cool completely before using
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Fiber: 3g