Wheat flour, bread

Definition

Bread flour typically refers to refined wheat flours that have been enriched and may or may not have been bleached. Bread flour is higher in gluten than all-purpose flours, making it suitable for applications that require more structure and elasticity in the dough.

Health considerations

See: Wheat, Wheat flour enrichment, Wheat flour bleaching, Gluten

Keep in mind

Wheat flour is unsuitable for individuals sensitive to gluten.

References

See: Wheat, Wheat flour enrichment, Wheat flour bleaching, Gluten

Alternative Spellings and Names

Wheat flour, hard; Wheat flour, strong