The Forktionary Angle
"The Natural Choice: Why Unbleached Flour is the Baker's Best Friend"
Definition
Wheat flour that has not undergone chemical bleaching, retaining its natural off-white color and slightly stronger protein structure, ideal for baking.
Flavor Profile
The primary flavor notes for Unbleached Flour are:
Chef’s Secret
For bread making, allowing dough made with unbleached flour to autolyse (mix flour and water only, then rest) before adding other ingredients enhances gluten development naturally.
Best Substitutes
Bleached Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
Bread Flour
Buying Guide
Look for 'unbleached' clearly stated. Consider the type: all-purpose for general use, bread flour for yeast-leavened goods, pastry for tender bakes.