What Is Pastry flour, whole wheat and How Can I Use It?

Wondering what to do with whole-wheat pastry flour? This guide covers how to pick it, cook it, store it, and swap it — with 211 recipes to put it to work.

What is whole-wheat pastry flour?

A flour similar to refined white pastry or cake flour, however not all of the bran and germ portions of the wheat kernel have been removed during the milling process.

Whole-wheat pastry flour is produced from soft-wheat and it has a fine-texture and a high starch content.

Because of the presence of some of the bran and germ, pastry items made with whole-wheat pastry flour are more nutritious than pastries made with white pastry flour, but they are not quite as light and airy.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup unsifted, dipped (137g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 495Calories from Fat 10

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.2g 2%

Saturated Fat 0.2g 1%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 2mg 0%

Total Carbohydrate 106.9g 36%

Dietary Fiber 2g 9%

Sugars 0.4

Protein 11.2g

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%

Calcium 2% • Iron 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Where found

Whole-wheat pastry flour is usually found in the baking supplies section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Pastry flour, whole wheat is a member of the Cereal Grains and Pasta US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does whole-wheat pastry flour weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 cup unsifted, dipped	137 grams

Cereal Grains and Pasta

Amaranth flour 28 Arrowroot flour 91 Pearl barley 219 Buckwheat flour 37 Cracked wheat (bulgur) 179 Cornmeal 811 Cornstarch 2554 Couscous 155 Millet 62 Quinoa 111

In Chinese:	糕点面粉，全麦
British (UK) term:
en français:	farine de blé entier pâtisserie
en español:	harina de pastelería trigo entero

Recipes using whole-wheat pastry flour

There are 211 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Dairy-Free Whole Wheat Apple Pancakes

A dairy-free and eggless whole-wheat apple pancake.

Oreo Cookie & Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches

Store-bought chocolate ice cream mixed with toasted walnuts and dried cherries, with homemade oreo cookies make these addictively delicious ice cream sandwiches that will for sure please your sweetest tooth :)

Golden Wheat Pancakes

Golden wheat pancakes are vegan, egg-free, dairy-free flapjacks built on whole wheat pastry flour, oat flour, and wheat germ. Sweetened with brown rice syrup, topped with fresh fruit and maple.

Gruyère Whole Wheat Biscuits with Herbs

Gruyere whole wheat biscuits, flaky buttermilk biscuits laced with nutty Gruyere, fresh thyme, and marjoram. Cold butter and whole wheat pastry flour give them tender, savory layers with a wholesome edge.

Whole Wheat One Bowl Chocolate Cake

Moist chocolate cake made healthier with whole wheat pastry flour, canola oil, and buttermilk. Hot coffee deepens chocolate flavor for 12 servings.

Light & Fluffy Whole Wheat Pancakes

Light and fluffy whole wheat pancakes are vegan and egg-free: soy milk and cider vinegar make a buttermilk-style batter that puffs up tender, with whole wheat pastry flour, cornmeal and cinnamon. A wholesome breakfast.

Spa Buttermilk Pancakes

Spa-style buttermilk pancakes with whipped egg whites for cloud-like lift and a whole wheat pastry flour boost. Lighter, fluffier, and ready in 30 minutes.

Whole Grain Spice Pumpkin Muffins

Whole grain spice pumpkin muffins with whole wheat pastry flour, bran, honey, dates, and raisins. Naturally sweetened, fiber-rich fall muffins with warm spices and orange zest.

Vanilla Bean Banana Bread

A welcome twist on the classic banana bread recipe. It incorporates the rich, aromatic flavor of vanilla beans to elevate the taste of the moist and tender banana bread. The vanilla bean adds a depth of flavor and a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the ripe bananas.

Almost Whole Wheat Lemon & Berry Muffins

Almost whole wheat lemon berry muffins blitz fresh lemon zest into the sugar for bright citrus flavor, then fold in raspberries or blueberries. Light, tangy buttermilk muffins with a wholesome whole-grain base.

Low-fat Double Chocolate Brownies

Low-fat double chocolate brownies that don't taste like a compromise: unsweetened chocolate, cocoa, and chocolate chips with applesauce standing in for most of the butter. Rich, fudgy, and made with whole wheat flour.

Upside Down Nectarine Muffins

Upside-down nectarine muffins with caramelized brown sugar tops, yogurt-tender crumb, and warm cinnamon spice. A lighter brunch treat that flips out beautifully every time.

Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Muffins

Wholesome whole wheat peanut butter muffins sweetened with molasses, not sugar, and quick to mix in one bowl. Crunchy peanut butter and whole wheat pastry flour make a hearty, lightly sweet breakfast or snack.

Breakfast Whole Wheat Waffles

Whole wheat waffles with a make-ahead overnight yeast batter for deep flavor and a crisp, golden crust. Buttermilk, oats, and whipped egg whites keep them light and high in fiber. Just drizzle with maple syrup.

Pear Almond Clafouti with Red Wine Glaze

A whole-wheat vegan pear clafouti with almond meal base, naturally sweetened with fruit juice concentrate, finished with a glossy red wine glaze. A French-inspired dessert without dairy or refined sugar.

Lemon Meringue Tart

Best Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies

Whole wheat chocolate chip cookies made lighter with canola oil, egg whites and whole wheat pastry flour. Chewy, lower-fat cookies with all the chocolate and none of the heaviness.

Maple Whole Wheat Scones

Maple whole wheat scones sweetened only with real maple syrup, with tart dried cranberries, orange zest, and warm nutmeg. A refined-sugar-free, whole-grain dome scone scored into wedges.

Whole Wheat Yeast Waffles

Yeast-leavened whole wheat waffles use rising time instead of baking powder for crisp, deeply tangy waffles. No eggs, no oil, just whole wheat pastry flour, bran, molasses, and yeast.

High-Fibre Apple Pancakes

This whole-wheat apple pancake is high in fibre, uses yeast and is completely dairy-free.

Fourth of July Flag Apple Tart

Instead of using cake mix to make a cake, we use whole wheat pastry flour to make a tart, and we fill up the tart with sliced apples, sprinkling with some sugar, after making this delicious and healthy apple tart, we decorate with fresh blueberries and strawberries. Definitely will impress everyone, and enjoy this delicious flag apple tart without guilt.