Oat Flour

Oat flour is a whole-grain substitute for wheat flour. It is available for purchase or may be readily made at home by pounding dried oats in a food processor or blender until they create a fine powder. Oat flour does not rise the same as wheat flour. To guarantee that your finished product rises properly, you will need to add more baking powder or another leavening ingredient.

To 1 cup (92 grams) oat flour, add 2.5 teaspoons (12.5 grams) baking powder. If you use oat flour because you have a gluten allergy or intolerance, keep in mind that oats are frequently contaminated with gluten during processing. To avoid this, make sure you buy certified gluten-free oats.