How to Make Oat Flour
No need to head to the grocery store - here's how to make your own oat flour at home! All you need is fresh oats, and in less than 5 minutes you'll have a versatile flour that adds both nutrition and flavor to a wide range of recipes. It also makes a great wheat flour alternative in gluten-free baking!
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: approx. 3 cups
- Category: ingredients
- Method: blender
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups old fashioned or quick-cooking oats
Instructions
- Add the oats to a blender or food processor and blend until they reach a fine, flour-like consistency. This can take anywhere from 30 seconds to a few minutes depending on the tool you're using and its speed/power.
- If desired, sift flour before using to remove any larger bits of oats remaining.
Notes
Ingredient notes:
- Steel cut oats can theoretically be used but will take much longer to grind into flour.
- For 100% gluten-free oat flour, use certified gluten-free oats.
Equipment notes:
- If you don't own a blender or food processor, you can use a coffee/spice grinder. Work with smaller quantities (about 1/2 cup) of oats at a time.
Storing:
- Store flour in an airtight container or sealed bag in the pantry or refrigerator. It should stay fresh for anywhere from 3-6 months, but can also be kept in the freezer to extend its shelf life.
Helpful Tips:
- If you find that the oats are spinning around rather than catching the blade of the appliance, try adding more to increase the traction.
- 1 cup of oats (92 grams) will yield approximately 1 cup of oat flour (94 grams).
Find it online: https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/diy-oat-flour/
