10 tasty ways to cook with flour
Whip up dishes that are sweet, savoury and everything in between
It might not be at the top of your list of pantry staples, but it’s certainly not far from it. Be it plain, self-raising, coconut or spelt, flour lends itself to an array of sweet and savoury dishes, often in the most subtle of ways. This round-up of tasty recipes will inspire you to get cooking with flour.
Choc-berry meringue sponge
This impressive cake looks the part but won’t have you in the kitchen for hours on end. It’s a decadent take on a simple sponge and, if you’re craving something sweet, is sure to hit the spot.
Apple Dutch pancake
Breakfast is looking up with this fruity pancake dish. And you’ll love that most of these ingredients will already be in your pantry and fridge.
Carrot & walnut muffins
Love carrot cake? These muffins are a snack-friendly version of just that. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee or simply on their own.
Spelt sultana oat slice
Reach for this spelt sultana oat slice next time you're craving a snack. It’s packed with oats, coconut, sultanas, pepitas, honey and cinnamon, and it’s made with spelt flour — a fantastic alternative to regular flour.
Basic biscuits
As the name suggests, this basic biscuit recipe is incredibly easy to follow, and even easier to eat.
Easy banana bread
No matter if you prefer banana bread warm from the oven, toasted to perfection or at room temperature with ricotta and berries — this simple recipe allows you to do it all. Little effort, big result.
Coconut & lemon biscuits
Made with the perfect pairing of coconut and lemon, these soft biscuits are a flavour-match made in heaven.
Easy scones
Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea with these scrumptious scones. The recipe is easy to follow and is a great intro recipe for those learning to cook. Serve the scones warm out of the oven with whipped cream and jam. Watch our video to see just how easy they are to make.
Cajun-style fried chicken
Flour isn’t only used to bake bread and sweets. It’s also a key ingredient in deliciously crunchy batter. Salty and bursting with flavour, this Southern-style chicken recipe is lick-your-fingers good.
Crumbed onion rings
Often a takeaway treat, why not make these crumbed onion rings in your own home? This fakeaway recipe shows you how easy it is in just 15 minutes.