Blondie Mix: Enriched Wheat Flour

Enriched wheat flour is wheat flour that has had certain B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron added back after they were removed during processing. It is made by milling wheat grains to separate the bran and germ from the endosperm, then adding specific nutrients to the resulting white flour.

It is widely used as a primary ingredient in many baked goods, such as breads, cakes, cookies, and pastries. Manufacturers use it to provide structure and texture to food products, while also delivering essential nutrients.

Enriched wheat flour is a common food ingredient and is not regulated as a food additive by the FDA. The enrichment of flour with folic acid, iron, and B vitamins is a public health measure in the US to prevent nutrient deficiencies. For individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, consuming wheat flour can cause adverse reactions. JECFA and EFSA evaluate the safety of individual nutrients, but not flour as a whole.