Self-Rising Flour Substitute
Don't have self-rising flour? You can make it yourself in about 10 seconds.
Real substitutes for 1 cup of self-rising flour
All-purpose flour + baking powder + salt
1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder + 1/4 teaspoon salt
This is exactly what self-rising flour already is, so whisking it together yourself is a genuine 1:1 replacement, not an approximation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use instead of self-rising flour?
Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt -- 1 cup flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt makes exactly 1 cup of self-rising flour.
Is this actually the same thing as self-rising flour?
Yes -- self-rising flour is just all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt already mixed in at the factory. Making it yourself is a genuine 1:1 replacement, not an approximation.
Can I use this in any recipe calling for self-rising flour?
Yes -- since it's the same combination, it works in biscuits, quick breads, and anything else calling for self-rising flour with no other adjustments needed.