In an effort to encourage the use of more whole grains, I’ve been posting all of my favorite whole wheat recipes.
I’ve shared my Tasty Cakes, my Whole Wheat Pancake Mix, my Whole Wheat Pizza Dough, and my Whole Wheat Banana Nut Bread – to name a few.
I’ve been baking with whole wheat for forever. Maybe even a little longer than that. So, we are used to the flavor and texture and really enjoy it.
That said, I find it is a tough sell to some of my kid’s friends. I’m amazed when they turn their nose up at the whole wheat bread I use for sandwiches. I want to say, “Don’t your parent’s love you?” or “Haven’t they read a blessed thing about the benefits of whole wheat?” or “Aren’t you a little old to be so picky?”
Not really.
Well maybe.
Ok. So I do think it. But I always end up making them something else with a smile.
And, apparently, a bit of judgment on the side.
If whole wheat is a hard sell in your house, there is one key thing you can do to make sure that you get the best results. Measure your flour correctly. This really does matter when you are baking. Baking is more science than regular cooking is, so you need to have as close to exact measurements as possible to have a successful recipe! Here is a little clip to show you how to measure flour correctly:
Can’t see the video? Head over to The Natural Green Mom YouTube Channel.
Just in case you’re thinking it: I’m not sure what’s up with the weird eyes I make. Nerves? Jeesh.
Anyway, I’d love to hear from you if this makes a difference in your baking!
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Wendy
The video didn’t start for me, but I’m sure that’s more my computer than your video, I don’t watch videos very often because I’m hearing impaired and I can’t hear what anyone is saying. : )
However, I use gluten free flour and there is such a difference in how you have to measure it! You need to spoon the flour loosely into your measuring cup and then scape off the excess with with a knife to level it. It should be fluffy in the cup. If it’s too compact you will not have good results.
I just thought you might find that interesting.
I’m visiting from Simple Lives.
Andrea Green
Thanks for visiting Wendy. The way you describe measuring flour is exactly how I do it in the video. I’ve never cooked gluten-free but I bet it is very important to measure flour correctly when cooking with it.
Andrea @ Savings Lifestyle
This is a good one since people who are newer to baking don’t understand how important it is!
But, the point with whole wheat is a good one too. I’ve only started cooking with whole wheat in the past 6 months. Do you grind your own or buy it at the store? I used to think whole wheat was disqusting until I tried something with freshly ground whole wheat – complete difference!
Thanks for sharing!!