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by spet32y71

Spelt flour is an ancient grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years and is gaining popularity as a nutritious alternative to modern wheat. It has a distinct, mildly nutty flavor and a light texture, making it a great option for baking bread, muffins, pancakes, and even pasta.

Compared to refined wheat flour, spelt retains more essential nutrients, including fiber, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins, making it a healthier choice. Although it contains gluten, the structure of spelt gluten is more fragile, which can make it easier to digest for some individuals. Additionally, its higher water solubility helps create softer, more delicate baked goods while maintaining a rich, wholesome taste.

When using spelt flour in recipes, it’s important to consider its unique properties. It tends to absorb more liquid than all-purpose flour, so slight adjustments may be necessary to achieve the right consistency in doughs and batters.

Whole spelt flour is packed with fiber and nutrients, while white spelt flour offers a finer texture, similar to regular flour but with added nutritional benefits.

This versatile flour works well in both sweet and savory recipes, enhancing dishes with its subtle nutty flavor. Whether you’re making rustic artisan breads, cookies, or pasta, spelt flour provides a nutritious and flavorful alternative that can elevate everyday baking and cooking.

Now for some recipes

1. Spelt Flour Crackers

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Optional: herbs, seeds, or grated cheese for flavor

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix spelt flour, salt, and any seasonings in a bowl.
  3. Stir in olive oil and water to form a dough.
  4. Roll dough thinly between parchment sheets. Cut into desired shapes.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crisp.

2. Spelt Flour Scones

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spelt flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Optional: raisins, currants, or chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine spelt flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
  3. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk until just combined. Fold in optional add-ins.
  5. Shape into a round, cut into wedges, and bake for 15-18 minutes.

3. Spelt Flour Pie Crust

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter (or vegan butter)
  • 3-4 tbsp ice water

Instructions:

  1. Mix spelt flour and salt in a bowl.
  2. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add water a tablespoon at a time until the dough forms.
  3. Roll out and use as a crust for sweet or savory pies. Bake as required for your recipe.

4. Spelt Flour Bagels

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic

Instructions:

  1. Combine spelt flour, salt, yeast, water, and honey into a dough.
  2. Knead for 7-10 minutes and let rise for 1 hour.
  3. Shape into bagels, boil in water for 30 seconds, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.

5. Spelt Flour Flatbread

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients into a dough and divide into small balls.
  2. Roll each ball into a thin circle and cook on a hot, dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.
  3. Use as a wrap, base for pizzas, or serve with dips.

6. Spelt Flour Chocolate Cake

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan.
  2. Combine spelt flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
  3. Stir in milk, oil, vanilla, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Pour into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.

7. Spelt Flour Dumplings

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients to form a soft dough.
  2. Drop spoonfuls into boiling soup or stew.
  3. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes.

8. Spelt Flour Waffles

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spelt flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and grease a waffle iron.
  2. Combine spelt flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Mix milk, eggs, butter, and honey in another bowl, then add to the dry ingredients.
  4. Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.

9. Spelt Flour Biscuits

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spelt flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter
  • 3/4 cup milk

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Mix spelt flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter.
  3. Stir in milk until just combined. Drop dough onto a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.

10. Spelt Flour Apple Crumble

Ingredients: For the Filling:

  • 4-5 apples (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon For the Crumble:
  • 1 cup spelt flour
  • 1/2 cup oats
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place apples in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Mix crumble ingredients until crumbly. Spread over apples.
  3. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.

 

Spelt flour is perfect for everything from baked goods to savory dishes.

Recipes

A variety of spelt flour recipes

by spet32y71

I recently bought spelt flour after hearing it was a healthier option. So lets dive into a little abut spelt flour and some recipes that you can make with it.

Spelt flour is an ancient grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years and is a nutritious alternative to modern wheat. It has a mildly nutty and slightly sweet flavor, making it a popular choice for baking bread, pancakes, muffins, and even pasta. Unlike refined white flour, spelt flour retains more of its natural fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including iron, magnesium, and B vitamins.

It contains gluten, but in a more delicate form, which some people find easier to digest compared to regular wheat flour. Because of its higher water solubility, spelt flour can result in lighter, more tender baked goods while still providing a rich, wholesome taste.

When substituting spelt flour in recipes, it’s important to note that it absorbs more liquid than all-purpose flour, so adjustments may be needed to prevent dry or crumbly textures. Whole spelt flour provides more fiber and nutrients, while white spelt flour is a finer version with the bran removed, making it closer to all-purpose flour in texture. Spelt can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, offering versatility in the kitchen.

It works particularly well in rustic breads, cookies, and pasta dough, where its slightly nutty flavor enhances the overall taste. Whether used alone or blended with other flours, spelt flour is a nutritious and flavorful ingredient that brings a wholesome touch to many recipes.

Here are some delicious and versatile recipes using spelt flour.

1. Spelt Flour Pancakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup spelt flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp sugar or maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp melted butter or oil

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, whisk spelt flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, combine milk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring until smooth.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Serve with syrup or fruit.

2. Spelt Flour Bread

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups spelt flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine spelt flour, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm water, olive oil, and honey, mixing to form a dough.
  3. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Let it rise in a greased bowl for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool before slicing.

3. Spelt Flour Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter or coconut oil (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or nuts

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix spelt flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, then fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

4. Spelt Flour Pizza Dough

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix spelt flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
  2. Add warm water and olive oil, stirring to form a dough.
  3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes. Let it rise for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out the dough, add toppings, and bake for 12-15 minutes.

5. Spelt Flour Banana Bread

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix spelt flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine mashed bananas, honey, oil, egg, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool before slicing.

6. Spelt Flour Tortillas

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 2/3 cup warm water

Instructions:

  1. Mix spelt flour and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add olive oil and warm water, stirring until dough forms.
  3. Knead for 5 minutes, then divide into 8 balls.
  4. Roll each ball into a thin circle. Cook in a hot, dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.

7. Spelt Flour Muffins

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk or yogurt
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup berries, nuts, or chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix spelt flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, whisk milk, oil, egg, and vanilla.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
  5. Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes.