What Is Amaranth flour and How Can I Use It?

Amaranth flour rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 28 recipes to cook with it.

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Amaranth flour is a member of the Cereal Grains and Pasta US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

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Recipes using amaranth flour

There are 28 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Five Grain Sourdough Bread

Five grain sourdough bread for the bread machine blends bread flour, amaranth, whole-wheat, soy and rolled oats with a tangy sourdough starter. Hearty crumb, nutty crust, high-fiber loaf.

Five Grain Sourdough Bread

Five grain sourdough bread for the bread machine blends bread flour, amaranth, whole-wheat, soy and rolled oats with a tangy sourdough starter. Hearty crumb, nutty crust, high-fiber loaf.

Sun-Dried Tomato & Asiago Cheese Bread

Really enjoyed this bread machine recipe. I did double the amount of sun-dried tomatoes and cheese, and I loved it. I ate half of it directly without anything else, it was that good!

Barley-Amaranth Waffles

Barley-amaranth waffles built on whole-grain alternative flours with no wheat. Nutty, slightly sweet, vegetarian-friendly waffle batter doubles as pancakes for a high-fiber breakfast.

Banana Bread (No Milk or Wheat)

Gluten-free dairy-free banana bread made with amaranth or brown rice flour, arrowroot, mashed bananas, honey, and ground nuts. A wholesome allergy-friendly loaf with no wheat or milk.

Iowa Deer Steak Strips

Iowa deer steak strips simmer tender venison in a savory chili-sauce gravy with mushrooms, onion, and green beans, all spooned over buttered egg noodles. A hearty wild-game skillet supper.

Christy's Christmas Trees

Pull-apart Christmas tree coffee cake made with bread machine dough, shaped from soft buttermilk rolls, topped with sweet icing and cinnamon heart candies. A festive holiday brunch centerpiece.

Whole Roast Suckling Pig

Roast a whole suckling pig at home, from the vinegar soak that whitens the meat to the oil basting that crackles the skin. Posed on its haunches with an apple in its mouth and a watercress garland, it's the ultimate feast centerpiece.

Mix'N'Match Meatballs

Mix-and-match meatballs you build your way, choosing the meat, broth, herb, and creamy finish. Baked, then simmered in a mushroom gravy enriched with sour cream, yogurt, or cream cheese, served over noodles, rice, or spaetzle.

Decadent Amaretto Chocolate Cheesecake

Decadent amaretto chocolate cheesecake with an amaretti cookie crust, dark chocolate-almond filling spiked with liqueur, and crunchy amaretti folded into the batter. Italian-inspired showstopper.

Steamed Apricot Bread

Wheat-free steamed bread with oats, brown rice flour, amaranth, dried apricots, and almonds, sweetened with molasses. A hearty, no-oven loaf that's naturally gluten-conscious and full of nutty flavor.

Steamed Apricot/Amaranth Bread

A gluten-free steamed bread made with amaranth flour, brown rice flour, oats, dried apricots, and ground almonds, sweetened with molasses. Dense, moist, and naturally wheat-free.

Amaranth Rye Sticks

Crispy rye breadsticks flavored with caraway and molasses, rolled in sesame seeds. Dense, chewy interior with a crunchy crust.

Shortbread with Amaranth

Whole grain shortbread made with amaranth flour, whole-wheat flour, rice flour, honey, and butter. Nutty, earthy, and naturally sweetened, this healthier shortbread bakes up in under 20 minutes.

Sesame-Amaranth Cake

Sesame amaranth cake with triple-sesame flavor from tahini, sesame oil, and ground sesame seeds. Dense, golden, and honey-sweetened with a halvah-like richness and satisfying crumble.

Toasted Amaranth Rolls

Toasted amaranth rolls made with amaranth and whole wheat flours, honey, and toasted amaranth seeds. Nutty, wholesome yeast rolls with a hearty ancient-grain texture.

Golden Amaranth Short Cake

Golden amaranth shortcake made with amaranth flour, whole wheat pastry flour, tahini, and almonds, topped with crushed pineapple and a blended tofu cream. Dairy-free and honey-sweetened.

Creamy Golden Protein Cereal

A warm, porridge-style breakfast cereal made from amaranth flour, millet flour, cornstarch, and tahini. Naturally vegan, gluten-friendly, and high in plant protein.

Birria

Authentic Mexican birria with lamb, veal, and pork rubbed in a toasted ancho-guajillo-cascabel chili paste, marinated overnight, and slow-roasted until falling off the bone. Served with tomato broth, onion, and oregano.

Gluten-Free Steamed Apricot Bread

Gluten-free steamed bread with oats, rice flour, amaranth, dried apricots, and ground almonds. A dense, moist loaf sweetened with molasses and cooked on the stovetop without an oven.

Papaya Cookies

Papaya cookies with amaranth flour, honey, and fresh papaya chunks pressed into each one before baking. Egg-free and naturally sweetened with a nutty, tropical flavor.

Gluten Free Pie or Tart Crust

This buttery, tender gluten free pie or tart crust is akin to shortbread. It can be used for all kinds of pies or for savory tarts and quiche fillings. A tart pan with a removable bottom makes shaping the pie crust and cutting pies much easier.

Amaranth Crepes in Lemon Sauce

Delicate amaranth crepes filled with bananas or whipped tofu, drizzled with a tangy lemon-honey sauce. Light, elegant breakfast or dessert.

Peanut Butter Amaranth Logs

Peanut butter amaranth logs are no-bake protein-packed snack bars with toasted amaranth, coconut, peanut butter, tahini, and honey. Hand-rolled and chilled, no oven needed beyond a quick grain toast.

Squash Amaranth Patties

Crispy pan-fried patties made with amaranth and millet flour, grated zucchini, red bell pepper, and a touch of chili powder. A gluten-free, grain-based side dish with satisfying crunch in every bite.

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