Ethel's Gluten-free Flour Blend

Ethel's Gluten-free Flour Blend is a proprietary mix of gluten-free flours and starches designed to mimic the texture and baking properties of traditional wheat flour. The specific ingredients vary but typically include rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, and sometimes other ingredients like sorghum flour or almond flour.

Manufacturers use this blend as a direct substitute for wheat flour in gluten-free baking. It provides structure and texture to baked goods, allowing consumers avoiding gluten to enjoy products like croissants, muffins, cookies, and pastries.

Gluten-free flour blends are generally recognized as safe by the FDA for use in food. They are primarily a dietary alternative for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. While they provide carbohydrates, they may lack some of the nutrients found in whole wheat flour, so fortified versions or a varied diet is important. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual flour and starch ingredients used in such blends.